radiating
|ra/di/at/ing|
B2
/ˈreɪ.diˌeɪ.tɪŋ/
(radiate)
emit rays
Etymology
Etymology Information
'radiate' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'radiatus,' where 'radius' meant 'ray' or 'beam.'
Historical Evolution
'radiatus' transformed into the French word 'radié,' and eventually became the modern English word 'radiate' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to emit rays,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'to spread out from a central point.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Verb 1
emitting energy, especially light or heat, in the form of rays or waves.
The sun is radiating heat and light.
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Verb 2
spreading out from a central point.
The roads are radiating from the city center.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:41