stilus

Latin

noun
Definitions
  • A pointed instrument; stake, pale, spike.
  • A stylus or pencil used for writing on waxen tablets.
  • (botany) The stem of a plant.
  • (by extension) The act of set setting down in writing, composing, composition; manner of writing, style.
  • (by extension) A style in speaking, manner of speaking.

Etymology

Derived from Proto-Indo-European *steyg- (pierce, prick, goad, puncture, stab, be sharp).

Origin

Proto-Indo-European

*steyg-

Gloss

pierce, prick, goad, puncture, stab, be sharp

Concept
Semantic Field

Basic actions and technology

Ontological Category

Action/Process

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