fennel-rich
|fen-nel-rich|
B2
/ˈfɛnəl rɪtʃ/
abundant in fennel
Etymology
Etymology Information
'fennel-rich' originates from the combination of 'fennel,' a plant known for its aromatic seeds, and 'rich,' meaning abundant or plentiful.
Historical Evolution
'fennel' comes from the Old English word 'fenol,' which was derived from the Latin 'feniculum,' while 'rich' comes from the Old English 'rice,' meaning powerful or wealthy.
Meaning Changes
Initially, 'rich' meant 'powerful or wealthy,' but in this context, it evolved to mean 'abundant in fennel.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
containing a large amount of fennel.
The salad was fennel-rich, giving it a unique flavor.
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Last updated: 2025/05/07 00:20