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Carolingian minuscule

noun · 2 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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noun

Meaning 1

A script developed to standardise writing in the Latin alphabet throughout the Holy Roman Empire, used between approximately 800 and 1200 CE.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: historical, uncountable, usually

Topics: arts, calligraphy, communications, journalism, literature, media, publishing, writing

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Meaning relationships

Synonyms: Caroline minuscule

Antonyms: none provided

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noun

Meaning 2

A character written in the script.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: plural-normally, uncountable, usually

Topics: arts, calligraphy, communications, journalism, literature, media, publishing, writing

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