damp-loving
|damp-lov-ing|
B2
/dæmp ˈlʌvɪŋ/
preference for moisture
Etymology
Etymology Information
'damp-loving' originates from the combination of 'damp,' meaning 'slightly wet,' and 'loving,' meaning 'having a strong preference or affection for.'
Historical Evolution
'damp' comes from Middle English 'damp,' and 'loving' from Old English 'lufian,' meaning 'to love.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, 'damp' meant 'moist' and 'loving' meant 'affectionate,' but together they evolved to describe a preference for moist environments.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
having a preference or affinity for damp or moist environments.
The damp-loving plants thrived in the humid greenhouse.
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Last updated: 2025/03/08 04:06