weed-inhibiting
|weed-in-hib-it-ing|
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/wiːd ɪnˈhɪbɪtɪŋ/
(inhibit)
restrain or hold back
Etymology
Etymology Information
'inhibit' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'inhibere,' where 'in-' meant 'in' and 'habere' meant 'to hold.'
Historical Evolution
'inhibere' transformed into the Old French word 'inhiber,' and eventually became the modern English word 'inhibit' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to hold in or restrain,' and over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'to prevent or hinder.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
preventing or reducing the growth of weeds.
The new herbicide is highly effective in its weed-inhibiting properties.
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Last updated: 2025/05/17 16:38