anemological
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/ˌænɪməˈlɑːdʒɪkəl/
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/ˌænɪməˈlɒdʒɪkəl/
relating to the study of wind
Etymology
Etymology Information
'anemological' originates from Greek, specifically the word 'anemos,' meaning 'wind,' combined with the suffix '-logy,' meaning 'the study of,' and '-ical,' forming an adjective.
Historical Evolution
'anemological' was formed in English from the noun 'anemology' (the study of wind) plus the adjective-forming suffix '-ical.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'pertaining to the study of wind,' and this meaning has remained unchanged in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
relating to the study or measurement of wind.
The anemological data was crucial for the weather forecast.
Synonyms
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