arid-dwelling
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/ˈærɪd ˈdwɛlɪŋ/
living in dry areas
Etymology
Etymology Information
'arid-dwelling' originates from the combination of 'arid,' meaning 'dry,' and 'dwelling,' meaning 'living or residing.'
Historical Evolution
'Arid' comes from Latin 'aridus,' meaning 'dry,' and 'dwelling' from Old English 'dwellan,' meaning 'to lead astray' or 'to linger.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, 'arid' meant 'dry' and 'dwelling' meant 'residing,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
living or existing in a dry, barren environment.
The arid-dwelling plants have adapted to survive with minimal water.
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Last updated: 2025/03/06 22:51