versicular

adjective

ver·​sic·​u·​lar ˌvər-ˈsi-kyə-lər How to pronounce versicular (audio)
: of or relating to verses or versicles

Word History

Etymology

Latin versiculus versicle + -ar

First Known Use

1812, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of versicular was in 1812

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Cite this Entry

“Versicular.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/versicular. Accessed 23 Dec. 2024.

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