awning-like
|awn-ing-like|
C1
/ˈɔːnɪŋ laɪk/
resembling an awning
Etymology
Etymology Information
'awning-like' originates from the word 'awning', which comes from the Middle English 'auninge', derived from the Old French 'aunenge', meaning 'a covering'.
Historical Evolution
'awning' changed from the Old French word 'aunenge' and eventually became the modern English word 'awning'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'a covering', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'a protective covering, often made of fabric, used to provide shade or shelter'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
resembling or characteristic of an awning.
The structure had an awning-like extension to provide shade.
Synonyms
Last updated: 2025/04/19 04:15