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facetiae

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

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1

noun

Meaning 1

Witty or amusing writings or remarks.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: plural, plural-only, rare

Examples

  • The Facetiae of Poggio Bracciolini.

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noun

Meaning 2

Indecent books.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: archaic, euphemistic, plural, plural-only

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History

Etymology

Originated 1520–30 from Latin facētiae, plural of facētia (jest); see facete+-ia and facetious.