end-fruited
|end-fruit-ed|
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/ɛnd ˈfruːtɪd/
fruit at the end
Etymology
Etymology Information
'end-fruited' originates from the combination of 'end' and 'fruit,' where 'end' refers to the terminal part of something and 'fruit' refers to the seed-bearing structure in flowering plants.
Historical Evolution
'end-fruited' is a modern English term formed by combining 'end' and 'fruit' to describe a specific botanical characteristic.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'having fruit at the end,' and this meaning has remained consistent in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
having fruit at the end of a stem or branch.
The plant is end-fruited, with berries growing at the tips of its branches.
Synonyms
Last updated: 2025/05/26 02:07