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antenna-less

|an-ten-na-less|

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/ænˈtɛnə-lɛs/

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/ænˈtɛnə-ləs/

without an antenna

Etymology
Etymology Information

'antenna-less' originates from the English word 'antenna' combined with the suffix '-less', where 'antenna' refers to a device for receiving or transmitting signals, and '-less' means 'without'.

Historical Evolution

'antenna' changed from the Latin word 'antenna', meaning 'sail yard', and eventually became the modern English word 'antenna'.

Meaning Changes

Initially, 'antenna' referred to a 'sail yard', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'a device for receiving or transmitting signals'.

Meanings by Part of Speech

Adjective 1

lacking an antenna or antennas.

The new model of the device is antenna-less, making it more compact.

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Last updated: 2025/04/21 15:07