non-desert-inhabiting
|non-de-sert-in-hab-it-ing|
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/nɒn-dɪˈzɜrt-ɪnˈhæbɪtɪŋ/
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/nɒn-dɪˈzɜːt-ɪnˈhæbɪtɪŋ/
not living in deserts
Etymology
Etymology Information
The prefix 'non-' originates from Latin, meaning 'not'. The word 'desert' comes from Latin 'desertum', meaning 'an abandoned place'. The word 'inhabiting' is derived from Latin 'inhabitare', meaning 'to dwell in'.
Historical Evolution
'Non-desert-inhabiting' is a modern English construction combining 'non-', 'desert', and 'inhabiting'.
Meaning Changes
The meaning has remained consistent, indicating the absence of habitation in desert areas.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
not living or existing in a desert environment.
The non-desert-inhabiting species thrive in tropical forests.
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Last updated: 2025/02/17 16:15