Etymology

obelize

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Today it means: To mark (a written or printed passage) with an obelus; to judge as spurious or doubtful. Full definition →

First used 17th c.Ancient Greek ὀβελίζειν
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  1. Ancient Greek · derived fromὀβελίζειν
  2. English todayobelize

From Hellenic Ancient Greek ὀβελίζειν (obelízein), from ὀβελός (obelós, “obelus”).

First known use, by meaning

  • from 17th c. To mark (a written or printed passage) with an obelus; to judge as spurious or doubtful.

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