needle-leaved
|nee/dle-leaved|
B2
/ˈniː.dəl liːvd/
needle-shaped leaves
Etymology
Etymology Information
'needle-leaved' originates from the combination of 'needle' and 'leaf', where 'needle' refers to a long, thin, pointed shape and 'leaf' refers to the foliage of a plant.
Historical Evolution
'needle-leaved' is a modern English term formed by combining 'needle' and 'leaf'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it described leaves that were literally needle-shaped, and this meaning has remained consistent.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
having leaves that are long, thin, and pointed, resembling a needle.
The pine tree is a common needle-leaved tree.
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Last updated: 2025/01/14 21:36