trivia
|tri-vi-a|
B2
/ˈtrɪviə/
insignificant details
Etymology
Etymology Information
'trivia' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'trivium,' where 'tri-' meant 'three' and 'via' meant 'road.'
Historical Evolution
'trivium' referred to a place where three roads met, and eventually became the modern English word 'trivia' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'a place where three roads meet,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'insignificant details or information.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
details or pieces of information of little importance or value.
The book is filled with interesting trivia about the history of the city.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45