arborolatry
|ar-bo-ro-la-try|
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/ˌɑr.bəˈrɒl.ə.tri/
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/ˌɑː.bəˈrɒl.ə.tri/
worship of trees
Etymology
'arborolatry' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'arbor', where 'arbor' meant 'tree', combined with Greek 'latreia' (via Latin 'latria') meaning 'worship'.
'arborolatry' was formed in Neo-Latin/English by combining Latin 'arbor' + the suffix '-latry' (from Greek 'latreia' via Latin 'latria'); this formation produced the modern English word 'arborolatry'.
Initially it meant 'the worship of trees', and this basic meaning has been retained into modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the worship, veneration, or religious reverence of trees.
Arborolatry was practiced by some ancient cultures that regarded certain trees as sacred.
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Last updated: 2025/10/03 09:02