Where does “taenioid” come from?
taenioid (English) comes from Ancient Greek ταινία, from Proto-Indo-European ten- — to stretch, to extend.
taenioid (English): Shaped like a ribbon; ribbonlike
Definitions
- Shaped like a ribbon; ribbonlike
Ancestry of “taenioid”, step by step
| Step | Language | Word | Meaning |
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| 1 | Ancient Greek | ταινία | band, fillet, headband worn in sign of victory;... |
| 2 | Proto-Indo-European | ten- | to stretch, to extend |