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aeriferous

aeriferous

9.9
Carrying air through parts of a plant or animal
  • adjective
  • /ˌɛrɪˈfɪrəs/
  • Specialized
translation icon : aerífero
  • The design of this bird's lungs includes aeriferous sacs to enhance breathing efficiency.

Examples

  • Insects rely on aeriferous passages in their bodies to transport air to vital organs.

  • Which also accounts for her superb aeriferous endowment.

    Rambling Rose (1991)

  • The plant has aeriferous tissues that allow for efficient gas exchange.

Synonyms

breathable
vsaeriferous
15 3.3

A material that lets air pass through to keep you cool and dry

describes internal passages that convey air inside organisms
ventilatory
vsaeriferous
  • Specialized
1 7.9

Relating to the movement of air in and out of the lungs

describes carrying air within body structures more generally

How Airy

aeriferous
  • Specialized
9.9
porous
23 4.6
airtight
19 3.9

Surface Forms

aeriferous positive

Morphology

aeriferous = aer + fer + ous

Formed from the learned combining form 'aer-' (air) and the Latin-derived element '-fer(ous)' (bearing); the meaning 'air-bearing' is etymologically clear but the morphemes are learned/Latinized and may be unfamiliar to average B1 learners.

Etymology

Aeriferous comes from the parts aer- meaning 'air' and -ferous meaning 'carrying', like aeroplane for 'air' and transfer for 'carry'. So an aeriferous tube or tissue is one that 'carries' air inside a plant or animal.