latimer
1 synonym for latimer, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — (archaic) An interpreter, especially one who translated into or from Latin.
Etymology
From Old French latimier ("interpreter"), ultimately from Latin lingua Latina ("the Latin language").
Full origin of latimer →Frequently asked questions
What does “latimer” mean?
The word “latimer” means (archaic) An interpreter, especially one who translated into or from Latin. In plain terms, an old word for a translator or interpreter, now rarely used outside historical writing.
How do you pronounce “latimer”?
“Latimer” is pronounced LA-tih-muh (/ˈlætɪmə(ɹ)/ in IPA).
How do you use “latimer” in a sentence?
Here is “latimer” used in a sentence: “The medieval court kept a latimer to translate foreign correspondence.”
What part of speech is “latimer”?
“Latimer” is a noun.
Where does the word “latimer” come from?
The word “latimer” comes from Latin. From Old French latimier ("interpreter"), ultimately from Latin lingua Latina ("the Latin language").
