nuncius

Meanings

• noun

  A messenger, an envoy, or an herald.

• noun

  In medicine, a sign or symptom.

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with nuncius
mutes , utes , cutes

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Homophones

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1. nunce (en) : A bishop's assistant or representative.
   

2. nunce (en) : To touch lightly or test with the finger.
   

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Variants

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nuncio , nuncios

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Etymology

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From Latin nuntius, a messenger, news, an announcement.

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Trivia

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1. The word 'nuncius' is derived from the Latin word 'nuntius', which means 'news' or 'announcement'.

2. In ancient Rome, the nuncius was often accompanied by a lictor, who carried a bundle of rods called a fasces to symbolize the power and authority of the Roman state.

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Related Concepts

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1. Messenger: A person who delivers messages, news, or information.

2. Herald: A person who announces important news or events, often on behalf of a monarch or other high-ranking official.

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Culture

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In ancient Rome, the nuncius was an important figure who carried messages and announcements between different cities and regions. They were often dressed in distinctive clothing and given special privileges to ensure their safe passage. In literature, the nuncius has appeared in various works, such as Virgil's Aeneid and Shakespeare's Julius Caesar.

How to Memorize "nuncius"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a person dressed in ancient Roman clothing, carrying a scroll or tablet and walking through a bustling marketplace.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'nuncius' with the image of a messenger or herald.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Create a mnemonic by remembering the word 'nuncius' as 'News from the Nun-ci-us'.

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