Lettered: meaning, definitions and examples
๐ ฐ๏ธ
lettered
[ หlษtษrd ]
marked by letters
The term 'lettered' describes something that is marked or labeled with letters, often used to denote a systematic arrangement or categorization. It can also refer to someone who is educated or well-read.
Synonyms
Examples of usage
- The lettered shelves in the library were organized by author.
- He held a lettered degree in literature.
- The lettered sections of the map made it easier to navigate.
Translations
Translations of the word "lettered" in other languages:
๐ต๐น letrada
๐ฎ๐ณ เค เคเฅเคทเคฐเคฟเคค
๐ฉ๐ช buchstabiert
๐ฎ๐ฉ berhuruf
๐บ๐ฆ ะปััะตัะฝะธะน
๐ต๐ฑ literowany
๐ฏ๐ต ๆๅญใฎใใ
๐ซ๐ท lettre
๐ช๐ธ letra
๐น๐ท harfli
๐ฐ๐ท ๊ธ์
๐ธ๐ฆ ู ูุชูุจ ุจุงูุญุฑูู
๐จ๐ฟ pรญsmenkovรฝ
๐ธ๐ฐ pรญsmenkovรฝ
๐จ๐ณ ๅธฆๅญๆฏ็
๐ธ๐ฎ ฤrkovan
๐ฎ๐ธ stafsett
๐ฐ๐ฟ ำััะฟััะบ
๐ฌ๐ช แแฃแแแ แฃแแ
๐ฆ๐ฟ hษrfli
๐ฒ๐ฝ con letras
Etymology
The word 'lettered' originates from the Middle English term 'leterd', which is derived from the Old English 'letra', meaning 'letter'. It has its roots in the Latin word 'litera', which also means 'letter' and can pertain to both individual characters of the alphabet and written communication in general. Over time, 'lettered' has evolved to include meanings related to literacy and education, symbolizing not just the presence of letters but also the wealth of knowledge and culture associated with being educated. The use of 'lettered' in contexts pertaining to books, maps, and educational achievements reflects the importance of letters in the development of written language and its impact on society.
Word Frequency Rank
With rank #18,276, this word belongs to specialized vocabulary. While not common in everyday speech, it enriches your ability to express complex ideas.
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