Acanth-

Pronunciation: /əˈkænθ/

Definitions of acanth-

noun a combining form meaning 'spine,' 'thorn,' 'prickle,' used in the formation of compound words: acantho-; acanthion.

Example Sentences

A1 The acanthus plant has spiky leaves.

A2 The acanthus motif is commonly seen in ancient Greek architecture.

B1 The acanthus leaf is a popular design element in decorative arts.

B2 The acanthus pattern on the wallpaper added a touch of elegance to the room.

C1 The intricate acanthus carving on the wooden furniture showcased the craftsmanship of the artisan.

C2 The acanthus scrollwork on the cathedral's columns was a masterpiece of architectural design.

Examples of acanth- in a Sentence

formal The acanthus plant is known for its deeply cut leaves and ornamental design.

informal I planted some acanthus in my garden because I love the way it looks.

slang Check out that cool acanthus tattoo on his arm!

figurative The acanthus motif in the artwork symbolizes growth and prosperity.

Grammatical Forms of acanth-

• past tense: acanthed
• plural: acanths
• comparative: more acanth
• superlative: most acanth
• present tense: acanths
• future tense: will acanth
• perfect tense: have acanthed
• continuous tense: is acanthing
• singular: acanth
• positive degree: acanth
• infinitive: to acanth
• gerund: acanthing
• participle: acanthed

Origin and Evolution of acanth-

First Known Use: 1601 year

Language of Origin: Greek

Story behind the word: The word 'acanth-' is derived from the Greek word 'akantha' meaning thorn or spine.

Evolution of the word: Originally used in scientific terminology to refer to plants with thorns or spines, the term 'acanth-' has evolved to be used in various scientific and medical contexts to denote structures resembling thorns or spines.