moisture-loving
|moisture-lov-ing|
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/ˈmɔɪstʃər ˌlʌvɪŋ/
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/ˈmɔɪstʃə ˌlʌvɪŋ/
preference for moisture
Etymology
Etymology Information
'moisture-loving' originates from the combination of 'moisture' and 'loving', where 'moisture' refers to 'dampness or humidity' and 'loving' indicates 'having a strong preference or affinity for'.
Historical Evolution
'moisture' comes from the Old French word 'moisture', and 'loving' is derived from the Old English 'lufian', meaning 'to love'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, 'moisture-loving' meant 'having a preference for dampness', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
having a preference or affinity for moist environments.
The moisture-loving plants thrived in the humid greenhouse.
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Last updated: 2025/03/06 22:36