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Definition of Aptote
1. n. A noun which has no distinction of cases; an indeclinable noun.
Definition of Aptote
1. Noun. (grammar) A noun which has no distinction of cases; an indeclinable noun. ¹
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Definition of Aptote
1. an indeclinable noun [n -S]
Lexicographical Neighbors of Aptote
Literary usage of Aptote
Below you will find example usage of this term as found in modern and/or classical literature:
1. A Dictionary of Sanscrit and English, Designed for the Use of Private by William Yates (1846)
"An aptote. The divine nature ; earth ; mountain ; a mystic letter. ® The long-
vowel corresponding with the preceding short one. ..."
2. Adam's Latin Grammar: With Numerous Additions and Improvements, Designed to by Charles Dexter Cleveland (1836)
"Cardinal numbers from Quatuor to Centum : also tot, quot, and their plurals.
Mille, the adjective, is a plural aptote of all genders. ..."
3. A Dictionary of the English Language by Samuel Johnson, John Walker, Robert S. Jameson (1828)
"APTITUDE, (ap-te-lude) n. ». Fitness; tendency ; disposition. APTLY, (apt'-le) ad.
Properly ; justly ; pertinently; readily; acutely. aptote ..."
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