More about axolotl

• First recorded in English around 1780–90.
• Comes from the Nahuatl word āxōlōtl.
• The word āxōlōtl combines ā(tl), meaning “water” and xōlōtl, which means “page or attendant.”
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EXAMPLES OF AXOLOTL

• Mexican lakes and ponds provide the perfect habitat for the axolotl to thrive in its unique larval form.
• Scientists study the axolotl to better understand regeneration capabilities in amphibians.

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More about poetize

• First recorded in 1575–85.
• Formed from the word poet.
• Poet comes via the Middle English word poete from Greek poiētḗs, which meant, literally, “maker.”
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EXAMPLES OF POETIZE

• As the sun set over the horizon, he felt inspired to poetize his feelings on paper.
• During her travels, she would poetize about the various cultures and landscapes she encountered.

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More about remunerate

• First recorded in 1515–25.
• Comes from the past participle of the Latin word remūnerāri, “to repay, reward.”
• Remūnerāri comes from the Latin prefix re-, “again,” and mūnerāre, “to give, bestow.”
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EXAMPLES OF REMUNERATE

• After completing the project ahead of schedule, the company was quick to remunerate the team for their hard work.
• As a token of appreciation, the organization will remunerate all volunteers for their dedication and commitment.