sulphurous
|sul-phur-ous|
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/ˈsʌlfjərəs/
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/ˈsʌlfjʊərəs/
sulfur-related
Etymology
Etymology Information
'sulphurous' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'sulphurosus', where 'sulphur' meant 'brimstone'.
Historical Evolution
'sulphurosus' transformed into the Old French word 'sulfureux', and eventually became the modern English word 'sulphurous'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'containing brimstone', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'containing or derived from sulfur'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
containing or derived from sulfur.
The sulphurous smell of the volcano was overwhelming.
Synonyms
Adjective 2
characterized by the presence of sulfur, especially in a gaseous form.
The sulphurous fumes from the factory were harmful.
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Last updated: 2025/02/14 07:06