Attic
|at-tic|
/ˈætɪk/
(attic)
space under the roof
Etymology
'Attic' originates from Greek, specifically the word 'Attikos', where it meant 'of Attica'.
'Attikos' was Latinized as 'Atticus' in Latin and then entered English via Late/Medieval Latin (and through scholarly use) as 'Attic'.
Initially it meant 'of Attica' (related to the region or its dialect), but over time it also came to be used for the roof-space meaning in English and to denote a refined classical style ('Attic style').
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a room or space directly below the roof of a house, often used for storage.
They found the old letters in the Attic.
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Noun 2
relating to Attica (the region around Athens) — e.g., the Attic dialect or an inhabitant of Attica; also used for the classical Athenian style in literature and art.
The scholar studied Attic inscriptions.
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Adjective 1
of or relating to Attica, Athens, or the Attic dialect and style.
Attic pottery is highly valued by collectors.
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Last updated: 2025/10/07 20:27