anemochorous
|a-ne-mo-cho-rous|
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/əˌniːməˈkɔːrəs/
carried by the wind
Etymology
Etymology Information
'anemochorous' originates from Greek, specifically the words 'anemos' meaning 'wind' and 'khoros' meaning 'to bear or carry.'
Historical Evolution
'anemochorous' was formed in modern scientific English from Greek roots, and has been used in botanical contexts since the late 19th century.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'carried by the wind,' and this meaning has remained specific to botanical dispersal in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
(of seeds or fruits) dispersed by the wind.
Dandelions have anemochorous seeds that are carried away by the wind.
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Last updated: 2025/08/05 02:06