amygdaliferous
|a-myg-da-lif-er-ous|
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/əˌmɪɡdəˈlɪfərəs/
almond-bearing
Etymology
Etymology Information
'amygdaliferous' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'amygdala,' where 'amygdal-' meant 'almond' and '-ferous' meant 'bearing or producing.'
Historical Evolution
'amygdala' transformed into the Latin word 'amygdaliferus,' and eventually became the modern English word 'amygdaliferous.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'bearing almonds,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
bearing or producing almonds.
The amygdaliferous tree was a rare sight in the region.
Synonyms
Last updated: 2025/07/15 05:22
