pollinator
|pol-li-na-tor|
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/ˈpɑːləˌneɪtər/
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/ˈpɒlɪˌneɪtə/
pollen carrier
Etymology
Etymology Information
'pollinator' originates from the Latin word 'pollināre,' where 'pollin-' meant 'fine flour or dust.'
Historical Evolution
'pollināre' transformed into the English word 'pollinate,' and eventually became the modern English word 'pollinator.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to cover with fine dust,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'an agent that transfers pollen.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
an agent, such as an insect, that transfers pollen from one flower to another, facilitating fertilization.
Bees are one of the most common pollinators in gardens.
Synonyms
Last updated: 2025/05/09 23:06