amygdaloid
|a-myg-da-loid|
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/əˈmɪɡdəˌlɔɪd/
almond-shaped
Etymology
Etymology Information
'amygdaloid' originates from Greek, specifically the word 'amygdaloeidēs,' where 'amygdalē' meant 'almond.'
Historical Evolution
'amygdaloeidēs' transformed into the Latin word 'amygdaloides,' and eventually became the modern English word 'amygdaloid.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'almond-shaped,' but over time it evolved to also describe a type of volcanic rock.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a volcanic rock containing small cavities filled with minerals.
The geologist examined the amygdaloid for its mineral content.
Synonyms
Adjective 1
resembling an almond in shape or structure.
The amygdaloid shape of the structure was evident.
Synonyms
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