genius locorum en · NOUN
Pronunciation
- jēʹnĭəs lŏkôʹrəm (Received-Pronunciation)
- /ˈd͡ʒiːnɪəs lɒˈkɔːɹəm/ (Received-Pronunciation)
- /ˈɡenius loˈkoːɹum/ (Latinate)
- [ˈɡenius loˈkoːɹũ] (Latinate)
Etymology
A borrowing of Latin genius locorum (“tutelary spirit of the places”), employing the genitive plural of locus (“place”).
Meanings
- (rare) A single spirit or minor deity (genius) which watches over several places, rather than only one.
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| genii locorum | Number=Plur | lexicographic |