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Term: Etymological

Description: The term "etymological" refers to the study of the origin and development of words, including their historical and linguistic roots.

Sample sentences:

• She delved into the etymological aspects of the English language to understand the true meanings of words.
• The etymological research conducted by the linguist shed light on the connections between different languages.
• Etymological analysis revealed that the word "butterfly" originates from the Old English word "buttorfleoge".
• Studying the etymological evolution of words can provide insights into the cultural changes that occur over time.

Possible Related Products:

• Etymology Dictionary
• Books on Etymology
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