featureless
|fea/ture/less|
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/ˈfiːtʃərləs/
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/ˈfiːtʃələs/
lacking distinct features
Etymology
Etymology Information
'featureless' originates from the word 'feature' combined with the suffix '-less', where 'feature' meant 'distinctive attribute' and '-less' meant 'without'.
Historical Evolution
'feature' changed from the Old French word 'faiture' and eventually became the modern English word 'feature'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, 'feature' meant 'a form or shape', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'distinctive attribute'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
lacking distinct or interesting features or characteristics.
The landscape was flat and featureless.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45