curvaceous
|cur-va-ceous|
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/kərˈveɪʃəs/
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/kɜːˈveɪʃəs/
attractively curved
Etymology
Etymology Information
'curvaceous' originates from the English word 'curve,' combined with the suffix '-aceous,' which implies possessing the qualities of.
Historical Evolution
'curve' transformed from the Latin word 'curvus,' meaning 'bent' or 'curved,' and eventually became the modern English word 'curve.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'having curves,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'having an attractively curved shape.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
having an attractively curved shape, especially referring to a woman's body.
The model was praised for her curvaceous figure.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45