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oracle in Latin

oracle in Latin is fatus, oraculum — oracle means in ancient religion, a shrine or priest through whom a god was believed to answer questions or give prophecy — or the prophecy itself.

oracle in Latin

fatus
noun
A shrine dedicated to some prophetic deity.
oraculum
noun
A shrine dedicated to some prophetic deity.
fatus
noun

What does "oracle" mean?

  1. noun In ancient religion, a shrine or priest through whom a god was believed to answer questions or give prophecy — or the prophecy itself.
    "The ancient Greeks traveled to Delphi to consult the oracle."
  2. noun A person regarded as an especially wise or authoritative source of guidance.
    "Colleagues treated her as the office oracle whenever a tricky decision came up."
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oracle in a sentence

  • The ancient Greeks traveled to Delphi to consult the oracle.
  • Colleagues treated her as the office oracle whenever a tricky decision came up.

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What is "oracle" in Latin?

"oracle" in Latin is fatus, oraculum. oracle means: In ancient religion, a shrine or priest through whom a god was believed to answer questions or give prophecy — or the prophecy itself.

How do you use "oracle" in a sentence?

Example: "The ancient Greeks traveled to Delphi to consult the oracle." In Latin, "oracle" is fatus, oraculum.

Are there other ways to say "oracle" in Latin?

Yes — Latin has 2 translations listed for "oracle": fatus, oraculum.

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