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amurca

|a-mur-ca|

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/əˈmɜrkə/

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/əˈmɜːkə/

olive residue

Etymology
Etymology Information

'amurca' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'amurca', where 'amurca' meant 'olive juice or lees'.

Historical Evolution

'amurca' has remained largely unchanged from its Latin origins, retaining its meaning and form in modern English.

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'olive juice or lees', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.

Meanings by Part of Speech

Noun 1

the bitter, dark liquid that drains from pressed olives before the oil is extracted.

The amurca was collected separately during the olive oil production process.

Synonyms

Last updated: 2025/07/24 20:21