macintosh
|mac/in/tosh|
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/ˈmækɪnˌtɒʃ/
waterproof coat
Etymology
Etymology Information
'macintosh' originates from the name of Charles Macintosh, a Scottish chemist who invented the waterproof fabric.
Historical Evolution
'macintosh' changed from the original name 'Macintosh' to the modern English word 'macintosh'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it referred to the waterproof fabric, but over time it evolved to mean a raincoat made from that fabric.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45