amentulum
|a-men-tu-lum|
C2
/əˈmɛntjʊləm/
small catkin
Etymology
Etymology Information
'amentulum' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'amentulum', where 'amentum' meant 'thong or strap'.
Historical Evolution
'amentulum' changed from the Latin word 'amentulum' and has remained largely unchanged in modern English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'a small strap or thong', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'a small catkin or inflorescence'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a small catkin or inflorescence, typically found in certain plants.
The willow tree produces amentula in the spring.
Synonyms
Last updated: 2025/07/13 01:51