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adjurors

|ad-jur-ors|

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/ædˈdʒʊrərz/

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/ædˈdʒʊərəz/

(adjuror)

solemnly charge

Base FormPlural
adjuroradjurors
Etymology
Etymology Information

'adjuror' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'adjurare,' where 'ad-' meant 'to' and 'jurare' meant 'to swear.'

Historical Evolution

'adjurare' transformed into the Old French word 'adjurer,' and eventually became the modern English word 'adjuror' through Middle English.

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'to swear an oath,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'a person who solemnly charges someone to do something.'

Meanings by Part of Speech

Noun 1

a person who adjures or solemnly charges someone to do something.

The adjurors in the courtroom asked the witness to tell the truth.

Synonyms

Last updated: 2025/05/09 13:51