non-fossil
|non/fos/sil|
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/nɒn-ˈfɒs.əl/
not fossil-based
Etymology
Etymology Information
'non-fossil' originates from the prefix 'non-' meaning 'not' and the word 'fossil', which comes from Latin 'fossilis', meaning 'dug up'.
Historical Evolution
'Fossilis' transformed into the English word 'fossil', and the prefix 'non-' was added to form 'non-fossil'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, 'fossil' referred to anything dug up, but now it specifically refers to remains of ancient organisms. 'Non-fossil' evolved to mean not related to these remains or fossil fuels.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
not derived from or related to fossil fuels.
The country is investing in non-fossil energy sources.
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Last updated: 2025/02/17 08:44