amentum - Meaning, Image, Examples & Etymology - Learn English Visually

amentum

|a-men-tum|

/əˈmɛntəm/

catkin

Etymology

Etymology Information

'amentum' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'amentum', where 'amentum' meant 'thong or strap'.

Historical Evolution

'amentum' was directly borrowed from Latin into English, retaining its original form and meaning.

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'thong or strap', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'a catkin or spike of flowers'.

Meanings by Part of Speech

Noun 1

a catkin or a spike of unisexual flowers, typically found in trees such as willows, birches, and oaks.

The willow tree was adorned with amenta in the spring.

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Last updated: 2025/07/13 02:06