canyon-like
|can/yon-like|
B2
/ˈkæn.jən.laɪk/
resembling a canyon
Etymology
Etymology Information
'canyon-like' originates from the word 'canyon', which comes from the Spanish word 'cañón', meaning 'tube' or 'pipe'.
Historical Evolution
'canyon' was borrowed from Spanish 'cañón' and combined with the suffix '-like' to form 'canyon-like'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, 'canyon' referred to a deep gorge, and 'canyon-like' evolved to describe anything resembling such a formation.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
resembling or characteristic of a canyon.
The landscape was canyon-like, with steep walls and narrow passages.
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Last updated: 2025/02/07 14:27