etymologize

D.J.:[ˌetiˈmɔlədʒaiz] K.K.:[ˌɛtəˈmɑləˌdʒaɪz]

v.

  1. 探溯语源,指示语源

网络词典

etymologize

英 ˈɛtəməɡˌɔɪz 美 ˈɛtəməɡˌɔɪz
动词 中文翻译:追溯
同义词: ['derive', 'trace back to', 'reconstruct']

例句:

  1. 1. The etymology of the word "ecosystem" is fascinating and complex.
    “生态系统”这个词的词源令人着迷且复杂。
  2. 2. The etymology of the phrase "a penny for your thoughts" has been debated for centuries.
    “一便士换你的想法”这个短语的词源争论了几个世纪。
  3. 3. The origins of the term "ecosystem" have been traced back to the 19th century.
    “生态系统”一词的起源可以追溯到19世纪。