alphabetary
|al-pha-be-tar-y|
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/ˈælfəˌbɛtəri/
alphabetical list
Etymology
Etymology Information
'alphabetary' originates from Medieval Latin, specifically the word 'alphabetarium,' where 'alphabetum' meant 'alphabet.'
Historical Evolution
'alphabetarium' transformed into the English word 'alphabetary' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'a list of alphabets,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'a list of words in alphabetical order.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a book or list of words arranged in alphabetical order, often used as a reference or learning tool.
The teacher used an alphabetary to help students learn new vocabulary.
Synonyms
Last updated: 2025/07/03 00:36