non-edible
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/nɑn-ˈɛdəbl̩/
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/nɒn-ˈɛdəbl̩/
(edible)
suitable for eating
Etymology
Etymology Information
'non-edible' originates from the prefix 'non-' meaning 'not' and the word 'edible' from Latin 'edibilis', where 'edere' meant 'to eat'.
Historical Evolution
'edibilis' transformed into the French word 'edible', and eventually became the modern English word 'edible'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, 'edible' meant 'fit to be eaten', and 'non-edible' evolved to mean 'not fit to be eaten'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
not suitable or safe for consumption.
The berries were non-edible and potentially toxic.
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Last updated: 2025/01/19 08:07