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apolar

|a/po/lar|

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/eɪˈpoʊlər/

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/eɪˈpəʊlə/

without poles

Etymology
Etymology Information

'apolar' originates from the prefix 'a-' meaning 'without' and the word 'polar' from Latin 'polaris', meaning 'of or relating to a pole'.

Historical Evolution

'Apolar' was formed by combining the prefix 'a-' with 'polar', which was derived from the Latin 'polaris'.

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'without poles', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.

Meanings by Part of Speech

Adjective 1

lacking a distinct positive or negative pole; nonpolar.

The molecule is apolar, making it insoluble in water.

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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:42