thin-leaved
|thin/leaved|
B2
/ˈθɪn liːvd/
thin leaves
Etymology
Etymology Information
'thin-leaved' is a compound word formed from 'thin' and 'leaved', where 'thin' originates from Old English 'þynne', meaning 'not thick', and 'leaved' is derived from 'leaf', which comes from Old English 'lēaf', meaning 'leaf'.
Historical Evolution
'thin-leaved' combines the words 'thin' and 'leaved', which have been used in English since the Old English period.
Meaning Changes
The term has consistently referred to the physical characteristic of having thin leaves.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
having leaves that are thin in texture or structure.
The thin-leaved plant is well-suited for dry climates.
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Last updated: 2025/02/02 13:04