miscellanea
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/ˌmɪsəˈleɪniə/
varied collection
Etymology
Etymology Information
'miscellanea' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'miscellanea,' where 'miscellus' meant 'mixed.'
Historical Evolution
'miscellanea' changed from the Latin word 'miscellanea' and eventually became the modern English word 'miscellanea.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'a mixture of various things,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a collection of various items, especially literary works, that are gathered together.
The library had a section dedicated to miscellanea from the 19th century.
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Last updated: 2025/01/19 07:51