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saturnal

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

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adj

Meaning 1

Of or pertaining to the Ancient Roman god Saturn or to the corresponding planetary entity in astrology.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: Roman, not-comparable

Topics: astrology, human-sciences, mysticism, mythology, philosophy, sciences

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adj

Meaning 2

Alternative spelling of saturnal.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: alt-of, alternative, not-comparable

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History

Etymology

From Latin saturnalis, itself from the Roman god Saturnus + -alis '-al'.

Across languages

Translations

3 source translations are retained for this English entry.

  • French: saturnien — Of or pertaining to Saturn
  • Macedonian: сатурнов (saturnov) — Of or pertaining to Saturn
  • Spanish: saturnal — Of or pertaining to Saturn