ecophilic
|e-co-phil-ic|
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/ˌiːkoʊˈfɪlɪk/
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/ˌiːkəʊˈfɪlɪk/
nature-loving
Etymology
Etymology Information
'ecophilic' originates from the Greek word 'oikos' meaning 'house' or 'environment' and 'philos' meaning 'loving'.
Historical Evolution
'ecophilic' was formed by combining 'eco-', a prefix related to the environment, with '-philic', a suffix meaning 'loving'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'loving the environment', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
having a strong affinity or love for the natural environment.
Her ecophilic tendencies led her to pursue a career in environmental conservation.
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Last updated: 2025/02/26 23:44