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verdantize

|ver-dant-ize|

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/ˈvɜrdəntaɪz/

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/ˈvɜːdəntaɪz/

make green

Etymology
Etymology Information

'verdantize' originates from the English word 'verdant', which comes from the Old French 'verdoyant', meaning 'green'.

Historical Evolution

'verdant' changed from the Old French word 'verdoyant' and eventually became the modern English word 'verdant'.

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'green or covered with vegetation', and over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'to make green'.

Meanings by Part of Speech

Verb 1

to make or become green with vegetation.

The city council plans to verdantize the urban areas by planting more trees.

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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:39