non-oak-yielding
|non-oak-yield-ing|
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/nɑn-oʊk-ˈjiːldɪŋ/
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/nɒn-əʊk-ˈjiːldɪŋ/
not producing oak
Etymology
Etymology Information
'non-oak-yielding' is a compound word formed by the prefix 'non-' meaning 'not,' combined with 'oak,' referring to the type of tree, and 'yielding,' meaning 'producing.'
Historical Evolution
The term 'non-oak-yielding' evolved from the combination of 'non-' and 'oak-yielding,' which itself is derived from 'yield,' meaning 'to produce or provide.'
Meaning Changes
The term has consistently meant 'not producing oak' since its formation.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
not producing or yielding oak trees or oak wood.
The land was non-oak-yielding, making it unsuitable for oak plantations.
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Last updated: 2025/05/23 10:09