non-adhesive
|non-ad-he-sive|
B2
/nɒn-ədˈhiːsɪv/
(adhesive)
sticky substance
Etymology
Etymology Information
'non-adhesive' originates from the prefix 'non-' meaning 'not' and the word 'adhesive' from Latin 'adhaesivus', where 'adhaerere' meant 'to stick to'.
Historical Evolution
'adhesive' changed from the Latin word 'adhaesivus' and eventually became the modern English word 'adhesive'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to stick to', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'capable of sticking'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
not having the property of sticking or adhering to a surface.
The non-adhesive tape is used for temporary fixes.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:39