prickly-headed
|prick-ly-head-ed|
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/ˈprɪkli ˈhɛdɪd/
spiny head
Etymology
Etymology Information
'prickly-headed' originates from the combination of 'prickly,' which comes from Middle English 'prikly,' and 'headed,' which is derived from Old English 'hēafod.'
Historical Evolution
'prikly' transformed into 'prickly' in modern English, and 'hēafod' evolved into 'headed.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, 'prickly' meant 'full of small sharp points,' and 'headed' referred to having a head. The combined term 'prickly-headed' retains this meaning.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
having a head that is covered with or resembles prickles or spines.
The prickly-headed cactus was difficult to handle without gloves.
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Last updated: 2025/04/17 13:01