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anemosis

|a-ne-mo-sis|

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/ˌænɪˈmoʊsɪs/

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/ˌænɪˈməʊsɪs/

wind-caused plant injury

Etymology
Etymology Information

'anemosis' originates from Greek, specifically the word 'anemosis,' where 'anemos' meant 'wind.'

Historical Evolution

'anemosis' was adopted into scientific Latin from Greek and eventually became the modern English word 'anemosis.'

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'wind action,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'wind-induced damage in trees.'

Meanings by Part of Speech

Noun 1

a condition in trees, especially conifers, where the wood is damaged or hollowed out by wind action, often resulting in cavities or weakened structure.

Anemosis can significantly reduce the commercial value of timber.

Synonyms

Last updated: 2025/08/05 10:21