unfruity
|un-fru-i-ty|
C2
/ʌnˈfruːti/
lacking fruit qualities
Etymology
Etymology Information
'unfruity' originates from the prefix 'un-' meaning 'not' and the word 'fruity', which comes from 'fruit'.
Historical Evolution
'fruity' evolved from the Old French word 'fruité', which was derived from the Latin 'fructus'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, 'fruity' meant 'having the qualities of fruit', and 'unfruity' evolved to mean the opposite.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
lacking the qualities or characteristics of fruit, especially in taste or aroma.
The wine had an unfruity taste, more akin to herbs than berries.
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Last updated: 2025/05/12 06:39