apocrypha
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/əˈpɑː.krə.fə/
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/əˈpɒk.rɪ.fə/
non-canonical writings
Etymology
Etymology Information
'apocrypha' originates from Greek, specifically the word 'ἀπόκρυφα' (apokrypha), where 'ἀπόκρυφος' meant 'hidden' or 'secret'.
Historical Evolution
'ἀπόκρυφα' transformed into the Latin word 'apocrypha', and eventually became the modern English word 'apocrypha'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'hidden or secret writings', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'non-canonical or spurious writings'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
biblical or related writings not forming part of the accepted canon of Scripture.
The apocrypha includes books like Tobit and Judith.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:40