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excursus

/ɪkˈskɜːsəs/

Meanings
  • noun

    An extended discourse or discussion on a particular subject.

    - "The excursus on the history of the Renaissance lasted for hours."
    - "The scholar's excursus on the origins of the English language was published in a prestigious journal."

Variants
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excursus , excursuses
Etymology
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From Latin excurre 'run out, go beyond'.


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  1. The term 'excursus' is often used in academic writing to refer to a lengthy and detailed discussion on a particular topic.

  2. The word 'excursus' has been used in English since the 15th century.

  3. The term 'excursus' is related to the word 'excurse', which means 'a journey or outing'.


Related Concepts
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  1. digression: An excursus is a type of digression, which is a departure from the main topic in a discourse or discussion.

  2. treatise: An excursus is a detailed and extensive discussion or investigation, similar to a treatise.


Culture
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The term 'excursus' has been used in various fields such as literature, philosophy, and theology. In literature, an excursus is a digression or an extended discussion on a particular topic. In philosophy, it refers to a critical examination or investigation of a concept. In theology, it is a commentary or explanation of a particular passage in the Bible.

How to Memorize "excursus"

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    - Visualize an extended discussion or debate on a particular subject.

  2. associate

    - Associate the word 'excursus' with the idea of a detailed and extensive exploration or investigation.

  3. mnemonics

    - Remember the Latin origin of the word 'excurre' to help remember the meaning of 'excursus'.


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