non-resinous
|non-re-si-nous|
C1
/nɒnˈrɛzɪnəs/
lacking resin
Etymology
Etymology Information
'non-resinous' originates from the prefix 'non-' meaning 'not' and the word 'resinous' which comes from Latin 'resina' meaning 'resin'.
Historical Evolution
'resina' transformed into the Old French word 'resine', and eventually became the modern English word 'resinous'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'not having resin', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
not containing or producing resin.
The non-resinous wood is preferred for certain types of construction.
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Last updated: 2025/04/06 01:39