Definition of the word oleaginous

Pronunciation of vocabulary oleaginous

oleaginousadjective

Oleaginous

/ˌəʊliˈædʒɪnəs//ˌəʊliˈædʒɪnəs/

Origin of the word oleaginous

The word "oleaginous" has a fascinating etymology. It originated in the 15th century from the Latin words "oleum," meaning olive oil, and "aginus," meaning relating to or pertaining to. In the Middle Ages, olive oil was highly valued for its medicinal and culinary properties. The term "oleaginous" initially referred to substances or individuals associated with olive oil, such as olive oil trades or merchants. Over time, the meaning of "oleaginous" expanded to describe someone who is excessively flattering, insincere, or overly courteous, often in a way that is perceived as oily or smooth-talking. This usage is thought to have arisen from the idea that someone who is overly flattering is like someone anointing with olive oil, applying excessive amounts to gain favor. Today, "oleaginous" is commonly used in English to describe someone who is insincerely charming or excessively flattering.

Vocabulary summary oleaginous

typeadjective

meaninggreasy

meaningoiled

Example of vocabulary oleaginousnamespace

  • The restaurant's sriracha mayo was oleaginous and had a greasy texture that left a heavy coating on my tongue.

    Sốt mayonnaise Sriracha của nhà hàng có nhiều dầu và kết cấu nhờn, để lại một lớp phủ dày trên lưỡi tôi.

  • The fatty cut of steak was oleaginous and visibly glistened with grease as it sizzled in the pan.

    Miếng thịt bít tết nhiều mỡ và bóng loáng rõ rệt khi nó xèo xèo trong chảo.

  • The hospital's sanitizing solution was oleaginous and left a slick residue on the surfaces after wiping them down.

    Dung dịch khử trùng của bệnh viện có chứa dầu và để lại cặn trơn trên bề mặt sau khi lau.

  • The machine's bearings were oleaginous, making it difficult to turn the crank and causing a significant amount of effort and noise.

    Vòng bi của máy chứa nhiều dầu, khiến việc quay tay quay trở nên khó khăn và gây ra nhiều lực và tiếng ồn.

  • The car's engine had an oleaginous odor, likely the result of overheating and needing an oil change.

    Động cơ xe có mùi dầu, có thể là do quá nhiệt và cần thay dầu.

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