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What is the ninth month in the Roman calendar?
What is the ninth month in the Roman calendar?
What are devotions for nine days in the Roman Catholic Church called?
What are devotions for nine days in the Roman Catholic Church called?
novena
What does 'novennial' refer to?
What does 'novennial' refer to?
nine-year period or celebration
What does 'novemdigitate' mean?
What does 'novemdigitate' mean?
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What does 'novendial' refer to?
What does 'novendial' refer to?
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Study Notes
Latin Root: Novem (Nine)
- November: Named as the ninth month in the ancient Roman calendar, originally positioned as the last month.
- Novena: A spiritual practice in the Roman Catholic tradition, involving prayers or devotions conducted over nine consecutive days.
- Novennial: Refers to events or occurrences repeated or celebrated every nine years, emphasizing long-term milestones.
- Novemdigitate: Describes a condition of having nine fingers, which relates to anatomical variations.
- Novendial: Pertains to a duration or event that lasts for nine days, often associated with celebrations or specific observances.
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Explore the Latin root 'novem', meaning nine, with this set of flashcards. Each card presents a word derived from this root along with its definition, helping you expand your vocabulary and understanding of language origins. Perfect for students and language enthusiasts alike!
