aulical
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/ˈɔlɪkəl/
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/ˈɔːlɪkəl/
court-related
Etymology
Etymology Information
'aulical' originates from Latin, specifically the adjective 'aulicus', where 'aula' meant 'court' or 'palace'.
Historical Evolution
'aulical' changed from the Late/Medieval Latin word 'aulicus' and the English adjective 'aulic' (borrowed from Latin), with the suffix '-al' forming the modern English 'aulical'.
Meaning Changes
Initially it meant 'of or pertaining to a palace', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'relating to a royal court or courtly manners'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
relating to a court (especially a royal court); courtly, ceremonious, or befitting a palace.
Her aulical manner suited the formal atmosphere of the royal reception.
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Last updated: 2025/11/19 15:30