triplinerve
|trip-li-nerve|
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/ˈtrɪplɪˌnɜrv/
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/ˈtrɪplɪˌnɜːv/
three-veined
Etymology
Etymology Information
'triplinerve' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'triplinervis,' where 'tripl-' meant 'threefold' and 'nervis' meant 'nerve or vein.'
Historical Evolution
'triplinervis' transformed into the modern English word 'triplinerve.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'having three nerves or veins,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
having three distinct nerves or veins, especially in the context of leaves.
The triplinerve leaves of the plant are easily identifiable.
Synonyms
Last updated: 2025/06/21 02:21