sulfurous
|sul-fur-ous|
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/ˈsʌlfərəs/
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/ˈsʌlfjʊərəs/
containing sulfur
Etymology
Etymology Information
'sulfurous' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'sulphurosus', where 'sulfur' meant 'brimstone'.
Historical Evolution
'sulphurosus' transformed into the Old French word 'sulfureux', and eventually became the modern English word 'sulfurous'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'containing sulfur', but over time it evolved to also mean 'harsh or corrosive in tone'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
containing or derived from sulfur.
The sulfurous smell of the volcano was overwhelming.
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Last updated: 2025/02/14 04:36