mite-resembling
|mite-re-sem-bling|
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/maɪt-rɪˈzɛmblɪŋ/
similar to a mite
Etymology
Etymology Information
'mite-resembling' originates from the English word 'mite,' which refers to a small arachnid, combined with 'resembling,' meaning 'to look like or be similar to.'
Historical Evolution
The term 'mite' has been used in English since the Middle Ages to describe small creatures, and 'resembling' has been used to indicate similarity.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'similar to a mite,' and this meaning has remained consistent in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
having characteristics or features similar to a mite.
The mite-resembling creature was found in the garden.
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Last updated: 2025/04/18 11:34