cold-tolerant
|cold/tol/er/ant|
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/koʊld ˈtɒlərənt/
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/kəʊld ˈtɒlərənt/
endure cold
Etymology
Etymology Information
'cold-tolerant' originates from the combination of 'cold' and 'tolerant', where 'cold' refers to low temperatures and 'tolerant' means able to endure or withstand.
Historical Evolution
The term 'cold-tolerant' evolved from the need to describe organisms or materials that can endure cold conditions.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'able to endure cold', and this meaning has remained consistent in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
able to withstand or endure cold temperatures.
The plant is cold-tolerant and can survive harsh winters.
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Last updated: 2025/01/27 23:25