weed-killing
|weed-kil-ling|
B2
/wiːd ˈkɪlɪŋ/
destroying weeds
Etymology
Etymology Information
'weed-killing' originates from the combination of 'weed' and 'killing', where 'weed' refers to unwanted plants and 'killing' refers to the act of destroying.
Historical Evolution
'weed-killing' evolved from the need to describe substances or actions specifically targeting weeds, combining the words 'weed' and 'killing' in modern English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'destroying weeds', and this meaning has remained consistent in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
referring to a substance or action that destroys or inhibits the growth of weeds.
The gardener used a weed-killing spray to clear the path.
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Last updated: 2025/05/03 03:56