amburbial
|am-bur-bi-al|
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/æmˈbɜːrbiəl/
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/æmˈbɜːbiəl/
ceremonial city procession
Etymology
Etymology Information
'amburbial' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'amburbium', where 'amb-' meant 'around' and 'urbs' meant 'city'.
Historical Evolution
'amburbium' transformed into the English word 'amburbial' through direct borrowing from Latin.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'a procession around the city', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'relating to a ceremonial procession around the city for purification or protection'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
relating to a ceremonial procession around the city for purification or protection.
The amburbial rites were performed to ensure the city's safety.
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Last updated: 2025/07/11 18:51