meaty
|meat/y|
B2
/ˈmiːti/
substantial, resembling meat
Etymology
Etymology Information
'meaty' originates from the Old English word 'mete', which meant 'food' or 'meat'.
Historical Evolution
'mete' transformed into the Middle English word 'mete', and eventually became the modern English word 'meaty'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'food' in general, but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'containing or resembling meat'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
containing or resembling meat.
The stew was rich and meaty.
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Adjective 2
substantial or full of substance.
The novel was meaty and thought-provoking.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45