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- [dip-tik]
- /ˈdɪp tɪk/
- /ˈdɪp.tɪk/
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- [dip-tik]
- /ˈdɪp tɪk/
Definitions of diptych word
- noun diptych a hinged two-leaved tablet used in ancient times for writing on with a stylus. 1
- noun diptych Usually, diptychs. a similar tablet of wood or metal containing on one leaf the names of those among the living, and on the other those among the dead, for whom prayers and Masses are said. the lists of such persons. the intercession in the course of which these names were introduced. 1
- noun diptych a pair of pictures or carvings on two panels, usually hinged together. 1
- noun diptych A painting, especially an altarpiece, on two hinged wooden panels that may be closed like a book. 1
- noun diptych artwork on two panels 1
- noun diptych a pair of hinged wooden tablets with waxed surfaces for writing 0
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Origin of diptych
First appearance:
before 1615 One of the 41% oldest English words
1615-25; < Late Latin diptycha writing tablet with two leaves < Greek díptycha, neuter plural of díptychos folded together, equivalent to di- di-1 + -ptychos, verbid of ptýssein to fold
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Parts of speech for Diptych
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diptych popularity
A common word. It’s meaning is known to most children of preschool age. About 77% of English native speakers know the meaning and use the word.
This word is included in each student's vocabulary. Most likely there is at least one movie with this word in the title.
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