solidus
|sol-i-dus|
C1
/ˈsɒlɪdəs/
solid or whole
Etymology
Etymology Information
'solidus' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'solidus,' where 'solidus' meant 'solid or whole.'
Historical Evolution
'solidus' changed from the Latin word 'solidus' and eventually became the modern English word 'solidus.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'solid or whole,' but over time it evolved into its current meanings of a Roman coin and a slash symbol.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a gold coin used in the Roman Empire, introduced by Emperor Constantine in the 4th century.
The solidus was a standard currency in the Byzantine Empire.
Synonyms
Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45