voraciously
|vo-ra-cious-ly|
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/vəˈreɪʃəsli/
(voracious)
eagerly devouring
Etymology
Etymology Information
'voracious' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'vorax', where 'vor-' meant 'to devour'.
Historical Evolution
'vorax' transformed into the French word 'vorace', and eventually became the modern English word 'voracious' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to devour or consume eagerly', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adverb 1
in a manner that shows a strong desire or appetite for something, especially food.
He read voraciously, devouring books one after another.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45