antennal
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/ænˈtɛnəl/
(antenna)
receiver or sensory appendage
Etymology
Etymology Information
'antennal' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'antenna,' where 'ante-' meant 'before' and 'tenna' referred to 'a sail yard.'
Historical Evolution
'antenna' changed from the Latin word 'antenna' and eventually became the modern English word 'antenna.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'a sail yard,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'a sensory appendage.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
relating to or resembling an antenna.
The antennal segments of the insect were clearly visible under the microscope.
Synonyms
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