maple-resembling
|ma-ple-re-sem-bling|
C1
/ˈmeɪpəl rɪˈzɛmblɪŋ/
similar to a maple
Etymology
Etymology Information
'maple-resembling' originates from the English word 'maple' combined with the suffix '-resembling', where 'maple' refers to a type of tree and '-resembling' means 'having the appearance or qualities of'.
Historical Evolution
'maple' combined with the suffix '-resembling' to form the modern English adjective 'maple-resembling'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'having the appearance of a maple', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
having characteristics or qualities similar to those of a maple tree.
The leaves of the plant were maple-resembling in shape and color.
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Last updated: 2025/04/26 00:09