kingfisher-resembling
|king-fish-er-re-sem-bling|
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/ˈkɪŋˌfɪʃər-rɪˈzɛmblɪŋ/
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/ˈkɪŋˌfɪʃə-rɪˈzɛmblɪŋ/
(resemble)
appearing like
Etymology
Etymology Information
'kingfisher-resembling' originates from the English word 'kingfisher' combined with the suffix '-resembling', where 'resembling' meant 'having a likeness to'.
Historical Evolution
'resembling' changed from the Middle English word 'ressemblen' and eventually became the modern English word 'resemble'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, 'resembling' meant 'to be like or similar to', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
having characteristics or features similar to a kingfisher.
The bird's vibrant blue feathers were kingfisher-resembling.
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Last updated: 2025/07/21 08:32