coralline
|cor-al-line|
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/ˈkɔːrəˌlaɪn/
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/ˈkɒrəˌlaɪn/
coral-like
Etymology
Etymology Information
'coralline' originates from the Latin word 'corallinus', which means 'of coral'.
Historical Evolution
'corallinus' transformed into the French word 'corallin', and eventually became the modern English word 'coralline'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'of or pertaining to coral', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a type of red algae that has a hard, calcareous structure.
Coralline algae play a crucial role in marine ecosystems.
Synonyms
Adjective 1
resembling coral, especially in color or form.
The coralline hue of the sunset was breathtaking.
Synonyms
Last updated: 2025/05/07 10:15