Barnlike

/ˈbɑrnˌlaɪk/ adjective

Definition

Resembling or having characteristics similar to a barn, such as being large, simple, and functional.

Etymology

From barn (Old English bere-ærn) plus the suffix -like meaning 'resembling' or 'having the qualities of.'

Kelly Says

The -like suffix is incredibly productive in English—we can add it to almost any noun to create new adjectives, making it one of the easiest ways to describe something by comparison!

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