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Definition of Etymologizing
1. Noun. (historical linguistics) an explanation of the historical origins of a word or phrase.
Exact synonyms: Derivation, Deriving
Category relationships: Diachronic Linguistics, Diachrony, Historical Linguistics
Generic synonyms: Account, Explanation
Derivative terms: Derive, Derive, Etymologize
Category relationships: Diachronic Linguistics, Diachrony, Historical Linguistics
Generic synonyms: Account, Explanation
Derivative terms: Derive, Derive, Etymologize
Definition of Etymologizing
1. etymologize [v] - See also: etymologize