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Definition of pendulous

pendulous

/ˈpɛndʒələs/
pen · du · lous
Adverb:pendulously
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1

Hanging down loosely, especially in a way that sways or swings freely.

Example

"The weeping willow is easily recognized by its long, pendulous branches that sweep toward the ground."

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• Rhymes for pendulous

• Nearby Words

pend oreille
pendant
pending
pendulous
pendulum
penetrable
penetrate

Word Origin & Etymology

Borrowed in the late 16th century from Latin pendulus ('hanging down'), derived from the verb pendēre ('to hang'), which is also the root of 'pendulum' and 'pendant'.

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Pendulous. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/pendulous
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