sciophilous
|sci-o-phil-ous|
C2
/saɪˈɒfɪləs/
shade-loving
Etymology
Etymology Information
'sciophilous' originates from Greek, specifically the word 'skiophilos,' where 'skia' meant 'shadow' and 'philos' meant 'loving.'
Historical Evolution
'skiophilos' transformed into the modern English word 'sciophilous.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'loving shadows,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
thriving in or preferring shaded or low-light environments.
The sciophilous plants thrived under the dense canopy of the forest.
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Last updated: 2025/05/01 23:31