non-arid-dwelling
|non-arid-dwell-ing|
/nɒn-ˈærɪd-ˈdwɛlɪŋ/
living in non-dry areas
Etymology
The term 'non-arid-dwelling' is a modern English compound word formed by combining 'non-' (a prefix meaning 'not'), 'arid' (from Latin 'aridus' meaning 'dry'), and 'dwelling' (from Old English 'dwellan' meaning 'to lead astray, hinder, delay').
The word 'arid' comes from Latin 'aridus', which evolved into the English word 'arid'. The prefix 'non-' is used in English to negate the meaning of the word it precedes.
The term 'non-arid-dwelling' has always referred to living in non-dry areas, and this meaning has remained consistent.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
referring to organisms or entities that inhabit areas that are not dry or arid.
The non-arid-dwelling species thrive in humid environments.
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Last updated: 2025/02/20 11:43