wavelet
|wave-let|
B2
/ˈweɪvlɪt/
small wave
Etymology
Etymology Information
'wavelet' originates from the English word 'wave,' with the diminutive suffix '-let' indicating a smaller form.
Historical Evolution
'wave' transformed into 'wavelet' by adding the diminutive suffix '-let,' indicating a smaller version of a wave.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'a small wave,' but it has also come to mean a mathematical function in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a small wave or ripple.
The wavelets gently lapped against the shore.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45