variorum

Estimated CEFR level: C2 — Proficiency

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Definition

  1. noun an edition containing various versions of a text or notes by various scholars or editors

Etymology

From Latin variōrum, genitive plural masculine of varius (“various”), in the phrase editio cum notis variorum (“edition with various notes”).

In classic literature

Synonyms

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