fat-storing
|fat-stor-ing|
B2
/fæt ˈstɔːrɪŋ/
(store)
place for goods
Etymology
Etymology Information
'store' originates from Old French, specifically the word 'estorer,' where 'estorer' meant 'to build or restore.'
Historical Evolution
'estorer' transformed into the Middle English word 'storen,' and eventually became the modern English word 'store.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to build or restore,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'to keep or accumulate for future use.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
referring to the ability or process of storing fat within the body.
The fat-storing cells in the body help in energy conservation.
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Last updated: 2025/06/01 23:51