theodosian

The·o·do·sian

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Transcription

- US Pronunciation
- US IPA
- [thee-uh-doh-shuh n, -shee-uh n]
- /ˌθi əˈdoʊ ʃən, -ʃi ən/

- US Pronunciation
- US IPA
- [thee-uh-doh-shuh n, -shee-uh n]
- /ˌθi əˈdoʊ ʃən, -ʃi ən/

Definitions of theodosian word

adjective theodosian of or relating to Theodosius I, who made Christianity the official state religion of the Roman Empire. 1
adjective theodosian of or relating to Theodosius II, who issued the earliest collection of the imperial laws (Theodosian Code) 1

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Origin of theodosian

First appearance:

before 1755

One of the 47% newest English words

1755-65; Theodosi(us) + -an

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Parts of speech for Theodosian

noun

adjective

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adverb

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theodosian popularity

A pretty common term. Usually people know it’s meaning, but prefer to use a more spread out synonym. About 59% of English native speakers know the meaning and use word.

According to our data about 63% of words is more used. This is a rare but used term. It occurs in the pages of specialized literature and in the speech of educated people.