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rubbery

|rub/ber/y|

B2

/ˈrʌbəri/

elastic texture

Etymology
Etymology Information

'rubbery' originates from the word 'rubber', which comes from the Spanish word 'caucho', meaning 'latex'.

Historical Evolution

'rubber' was derived from the Spanish word 'caucho', and eventually became the modern English word 'rubber'.

Meaning Changes

Initially, it referred to the material 'latex', but over time it evolved to describe anything with a similar texture or flexibility.

Meanings by Part of Speech

Adjective 1

having a texture or consistency similar to rubber; elastic or flexible.

The steak was overcooked and had a rubbery texture.

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Last updated: 2025/02/26 14:12