pollen-dispersing
|pol-len-dis-pers-ing|
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/ˈpɑːlən dɪˈspɜːrsɪŋ/
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/ˈpɒlən dɪˈspɜːsɪŋ/
(disperse)
scatter widely
Etymology
Etymology Information
'disperse' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'dispersus,' where 'dis-' meant 'apart' and 'spargere' meant 'to scatter.'
Historical Evolution
'dispersus' transformed into the Old French word 'disperser,' and eventually became the modern English word 'disperse' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to scatter or spread widely,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
referring to the action or process of spreading pollen from one place to another.
The wind is a common pollen-dispersing agent in many plant species.
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Last updated: 2025/05/10 16:43