aquatical
|a-qua-ti-cal|
C2
/əˈkwætɪkəl/
relating to water
Etymology
Etymology Information
'aquatical' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'aquaticus', where 'aqua' meant 'water'.
Historical Evolution
'aquatical' changed from Old French 'aquatique' and Medieval Latin 'aquaticus' and eventually became the modern English word 'aquatical'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'pertaining to water', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'relating to water; aquatic' and is now often considered archaic or rare.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
relating to water; aquatic. (rare, archaic)
The aquatical plants in the marsh have special adaptations for submerged growth.
Synonyms
Antonyms
Last updated: 2025/09/29 20:06