gas-forming
|gas-form-ing|
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/ɡæs ˈfɔːrmɪŋ/
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/ɡæs ˈfɔːmɪŋ/
producing gas
Etymology
Etymology Information
'gas-forming' originates from the combination of 'gas' and 'forming', where 'gas' refers to a state of matter and 'forming' means creating or producing.
Historical Evolution
'Gas' comes from the Greek word 'khaos', meaning 'chaos', and 'forming' is derived from the Old English 'formian', meaning 'to shape'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it referred to the creation of any gas, but over time it evolved to specifically refer to gases formed in the digestive system.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
causing or capable of causing the formation of gas, especially in the digestive system.
Certain foods are known to be gas-forming and can cause discomfort.
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Last updated: 2025/05/27 23:13