terrain-adapted
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/təˈreɪn əˌdæptɪd/
suited for terrain
Etymology
Etymology Information
The term 'terrain-adapted' combines 'terrain,' from Latin 'terra' meaning 'earth,' and 'adapted,' from Latin 'adaptare,' meaning 'to fit or adjust.'
Historical Evolution
'Terrain' evolved from the Latin 'terra' through Old French 'terrein,' while 'adapted' came from Latin 'adaptare' through Middle English 'adapted.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, 'adapted' meant 'to fit or adjust,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
designed or modified to function effectively in specific types of terrain.
The vehicle is terrain-adapted for rocky landscapes.
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Last updated: 2025/01/28 05:17