life-giving
|life-giv-ing|
B2
/ˈlaɪfˌɡɪvɪŋ/
sustaining life
Etymology
Etymology Information
'life-giving' originates from the combination of 'life' and 'give,' where 'life' refers to the state of being alive and 'give' means to provide or bestow.
Historical Evolution
'Life-giving' has been used in English since the 16th century to describe something that provides or sustains life.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'providing life,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
having the power to create or sustain life.
The sun is a life-giving force for all living things on Earth.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:42