Definitions

1. adjective

relating to the study of the origins and history of words

“The etymonic research helped the linguist understand the evolution of the word.”

2. noun

a word or expression whose etymology is being studied or explained

“The professor used the etymonic example to demonstrate the word’s origins.”

3. noun

the study of the origins and history of words

“The student’s interest in etymonic led her to pursue a career in linguistics.”