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dictum

Pronunciation: [ˈdɪk.tũː]

“dictum” is a Latin word. Its 7 meanings in English:

noun

  1. a word, saying, something said
  2. proverb, maxim, saw
  3. bon mot, witticism
  4. verse, poetry
  5. a prophecy, prediction
  6. order, command
  7. promise, assurance

In Latin

  1. Res dicta.

Etymology

Neuter form of dictus (“said, spoken”), perfect passive participle of dīcō (“to say, to speak”).

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