pastoral-appreciating
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/ˈpæstərəl əˈpriːʃieɪtɪŋ/
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/ˈpɑːstərəl əˈpriːʃieɪtɪŋ/
admiring rural life
Etymology
'pastoral-appreciating' originates from the combination of 'pastoral,' which comes from Latin 'pastoralis,' meaning 'of herdsmen or shepherds,' and 'appreciating,' derived from Latin 'appretiare,' meaning 'to set a price on.'
'pastoral' changed from the Latin word 'pastoralis' and eventually became the modern English word 'pastoral.' 'Appreciating' evolved from the Latin 'appretiare' through Old French 'aprecier.'
Initially, 'pastoral' meant 'related to shepherds,' but over time it evolved to include 'idealized rural life.' 'Appreciating' has maintained its meaning of 'valuing or admiring.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
having an admiration or fondness for pastoral settings or themes.
She has a pastoral-appreciating nature, often spending weekends in the countryside.
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Last updated: 2025/02/27 13:07