non-arboreal
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/nɒn-ɑːrˈbɔːriəl/
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/nɒn-ɑːˈbɔːriəl/
not tree-related
Etymology
Etymology Information
'non-arboreal' originates from Latin, specifically the prefix 'non-' meaning 'not' and 'arboreus' meaning 'of a tree'.
Historical Evolution
'arboreus' transformed into the English word 'arboreal', and with the addition of the prefix 'non-', it became 'non-arboreal'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'not of a tree', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
not living in or related to trees.
The non-arboreal animals adapted to life on the ground.
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Last updated: 2025/01/21 20:05