noun
a word that is derived from another word
adjective
relating to the study of the history and origin of words
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The etymologic origin of the word 'etymology' can be traced back to the Greek word 'etumologia'.
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I find it fascinating to learn about the etymologic roots of different words.
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Who knew that the etymologic history of slang words could be so interesting?
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Exploring the etymologic connections between languages is like uncovering hidden treasures.