tick-prone
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/tɪk proʊn/
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/tɪk prəʊn/
susceptible to ticks
Etymology
Etymology Information
'tick-prone' is a compound word formed from 'tick' and 'prone'. 'Tick' originates from Old English 'ticca', referring to the small arachnid, while 'prone' comes from Latin 'pronus', meaning 'leaning forward'.
Historical Evolution
'Tick' remained largely unchanged from Old English to modern English, while 'prone' evolved from Latin through Old French 'prone' to Middle English 'prone'.
Meaning Changes
The term 'tick-prone' combines the meanings of 'tick' and 'prone' to describe areas or conditions likely to attract ticks.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
likely to attract or be infested with ticks.
The forested area is tick-prone, so wear protective clothing.
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Last updated: 2025/04/22 02:39