mite-repellent
|mite-re-pel-lent|
B2
/maɪt rɪˈpɛlənt/
substance deterring mites
Etymology
Etymology Information
'mite-repellent' originates from the combination of 'mite,' referring to small arthropods, and 'repellent,' which comes from Latin 'repellere,' meaning 'to drive back.'
Historical Evolution
'Repellent' changed from the Latin word 'repellere' to the French word 'répellent,' and eventually became the modern English word 'repellent.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, 'repellent' meant 'to drive back,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'substance that deters pests.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
designed to repel or deter mites.
The mattress cover is mite-repellent, ensuring a cleaner sleeping environment.
Synonyms
Antonyms
Last updated: 2025/04/22 12:22