cold-wise
|cold/wise|
B2
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/koʊld-waɪz/
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/kəʊld-waɪz/
in terms of coldness
Etymology
Etymology Information
'cold-wise' originates from the combination of 'cold' and the suffix '-wise', where 'cold' refers to low temperature and '-wise' means 'in terms of'.
Historical Evolution
'cold-wise' evolved from the Old English word 'cald' meaning 'cold' and the suffix '-wise' from Old English 'wīse' meaning 'manner'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'in terms of coldness', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
in terms of coldness or temperature.
Cold-wise, the weather is quite harsh today.
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Last updated: 2025/01/21 13:47