desert-residing
|des/ert-re/sid/ing|
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/ˈdɛzərt rɪˈzaɪdɪŋ/
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/ˈdezət rɪˈzaɪdɪŋ/
living in a desert
Etymology
Etymology Information
'desert-residing' originates from the combination of 'desert,' meaning a barren area of landscape, and 'residing,' meaning living in a place.
Historical Evolution
The term 'reside' comes from the Latin word 'residere,' meaning 'to sit back, remain.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, 'reside' meant 'to sit back or remain,' but over time it evolved to mean 'to live in a place.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
living or dwelling in a desert environment.
The desert-residing lizard has adapted to the harsh climate.
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Last updated: 2025/02/09 15:46