lingual
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C1
/ˈlɪŋɡwəl/
tongue or language-related
Etymology
Etymology Information
'lingual' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'lingua,' where 'lingua' meant 'tongue' or 'language.'
Historical Evolution
'lingua' transformed into the Medieval Latin word 'lingualis,' and eventually became the modern English word 'lingual.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'related to the tongue,' but over time it evolved to also mean 'related to language.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
relating to the tongue or a language.
The lingual nerve is responsible for sensation in the tongue.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45