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jaculatory

adj · 4 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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1

adj

Meaning 1

Darting, shooting or throwing out suddenly

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: archaic

Examples

  • jaculatory weapons

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2

adj

Meaning 2

suddenly thrown out

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

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3

adj

Meaning 3

exclamatory; uttered in short sentences

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Topics: lifestyle, religion

Examples

  • jaculatory prayers

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4

adj

Meaning 4

ejaculatory.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: archaic

Examples

  • jaculatory vessels

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History

Etymology

Latin jaculatorius: compare French jaculatoire.