insect-luring
|in-sect-lur-ing|
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/ˈɪnˌsɛkt ˈlʊrɪŋ/
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/ˈɪnˌsɛkt ˈljʊərɪŋ/
(lure)
attract or tempt
Etymology
Etymology Information
'lure' originates from Old French, specifically the word 'leurre,' where 'leurre' meant 'bait or decoy.'
Historical Evolution
'leurre' transformed into the Middle English word 'lure,' and eventually became the modern English word 'lure.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'bait or decoy,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'attract or entice.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
attracting or enticing insects.
The insect-luring plant caught several flies.
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Last updated: 2025/06/03 23:31