gill-related
|gill-re-lat-ed|
B2
/ɡɪl rɪˈleɪtɪd/
(gill)
having gills
Etymology
Etymology Information
'gill' originates from Old Norse, specifically the word 'gil,' where 'gil' meant 'ravine' or 'narrow valley.'
Historical Evolution
'gil' transformed into the Middle English word 'gille,' and eventually became the modern English word 'gill' referring to the respiratory organ of fish.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'ravine' or 'narrow valley,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'respiratory organ of fish.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
pertaining to or associated with gills.
The gill-related structures are crucial for the fish's respiration.
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Last updated: 2025/04/10 13:49