oleaginous

Meanings

• adjective

  Of, relating to, or containing oil or fat.

• adjective

  Characterized by or producing oil; greasy.

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Pronunciation

1. /ˌoʊ.liˈædʒ.ɪ.nəs/
   
   
   
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Synonyms

fulsome , smarmy , unctuous , greasy , oily , sebaceous , unctuous

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with oleaginous
oleaguanus , oleaguedous , oleaguedanus

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Variants

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oleaginous , oleaginously , oleaginousness , oleaginousnesses

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Etymology

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From Old French oléagineux, from oléagine, from oléagine 'oil-producing' + -eus -ous.

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Trivia

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1. The word 'oleaginous' comes from the Latin word 'oleum', meaning 'oil'.

2. Some plants, such as sunflowers and algae, are considered 'oleaginous' because they are able to produce large amounts of oil for energy storage.

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Related Concepts

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1. Lipid: A type of organic compound that includes fats, waxes, and oils. 'Oleaginous' organisms are those that produce and store lipids.

2. Oleocanthal: A phenolic compound found in olive oil that contributes to its bitter taste and antioxidant properties.

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Culture

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In literature, 'oleaginous' is often used to describe characters who are overly flattering or insincere, as they are seen as being 'greasy' or oily in their actions or words. In art, the term is sometimes used to describe the use of oil paints or the texture of oil-based materials.

How to Memorize "oleaginous"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a bowl of olive oil or a greasy frying pan to help remember the meaning of 'oleaginous'.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word with the feeling of being greasy or oily to help remember its meaning.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Create a mnemonic using the first letter of each definition: 'Oil' and 'Lipids' Make 'Oleaginous'.

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