amygdalaceae
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/əˌmɪɡdəˈleɪsiˌi/
almond family
Etymology
Etymology Information
'amygdalaceae' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'amygdala,' where 'amygdal-' meant 'almond.'
Historical Evolution
'amygdala' transformed into the scientific classification 'amygdalaceae' to denote a family of plants.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it referred to 'almond,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'a family of flowering plants.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a family of flowering plants, commonly known as the almond family, which includes trees and shrubs like almonds, peaches, and cherries.
The amygdalaceae family is known for its fruit-bearing trees.
Synonyms
Last updated: 2025/07/15 03:07