conical-headed
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C2
/ˈkɒnɪkəl ˈhɛdɪd/
cone-shaped head
Etymology
Etymology Information
'conical-headed' originates from the combination of 'conical' and 'headed', where 'conical' is derived from the Latin word 'conicus', meaning 'cone-shaped', and 'headed' refers to having a head of a particular shape.
Historical Evolution
'Conical' changed from the Latin word 'conicus' and eventually became the modern English word 'conical'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, 'conical' meant 'cone-shaped', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
having a head that is shaped like a cone.
The statue depicted a conical-headed figure.
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Last updated: 2025/05/03 08:31