WORDS
OF LATE LATIN ORIGIN
Late
Latin was written and spoken between A.D. 300 and 700.
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WORDS
OF LATE LATIN ORIGIN
Key: The word's language of origin appears directly below it, and to the right of that is an example sentence and an etymology, along with any related themes.
Word |
Phonetic Pronunciation |
Part of Speech |
Definition |
diablerie
Late Latin |
dee-OB-lur-ee |
noun |
1. black magic; sorcery
2. a representation, in words or pictures, of black magic
or dealings with the devil
3. devilish or mischievous conduct |
Ex.
Etym.
Rel. Themes: |
One’s tendency to engage in diablerie is greater in a place like Las Vegas, where everyone shares
the common purpose of drinking too much and sleeping too little.
From the Greek diabolos, “accuser”
or “slanderer.”
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eleemosynary
Late Latin |
e-li-MAW-sin-air-ee |
adjective |
of, relating to, or supported by charity; CHARITABLE |
Ex.
Ex. 2.
Etym.
Rel. Themes: |
Victims of large natural disasters frequently
depend on eleemosynary relief
from private individuals.
The church is supported by donations from
an anonymous, eleemosynary benefactor.
From the Late Latin eleemosyna, “alms.”
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