Translation
wild; shy, unsociable
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Word origin
From Late Latin salvaticus, an altered form of Latin silvaticus ('of the woods'), from silva ('forest'). English 'savage' was borrowed from the Old French form sauvage.
- Origin
- Latin
- Root
- silvaticus
- English cognates
- savage, sylvan
Grammar
Examples
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The wild horses come down from the mountain in winter.
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Do not pick those wild flowers, they are protected.
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My son is a little shy with strangers.
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Wild camping is forbidden in the national park.
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She let out a savage cry and everyone turned round.
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Start your free week (no card)This word is taught in chapter 19, lesson 6: sauvage, souris, agence and 7 more words.