phalanx
|pha-lanx|
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/ˈfeɪlæŋks/
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/ˈfælæŋks/
finger/toe bones
Etymology
Etymology Information
'phalanx' originates from Greek, specifically the word 'phálanx', where 'phálanx' meant 'line of battle' or 'finger bone'.
Historical Evolution
'phálanx' changed from the Greek word 'phálanx' and eventually became the modern English word 'phalanx'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'line of battle', but over time it evolved to also mean 'finger bone'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45