catholicon en · NOUN
Pronunciation
- /kəˈθɒlɪkən/
- /kəˈθɒlɪkɒn/
Etymology
Late Middle English, via Medieval Latin from Ancient Greek καθολικόν (katholikón, “that which is universal”), the neuter substantive form of καθολικός (katholikós).
Meanings
- A supposed universal remedy.
- (qualifier:Orthodox Christianity) A large urban church used for large gatherings.
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| catholica | Number=Plur | lexicographic | |
| catholicons | Number=Plur | lexicographic |