adj
precipitous
Precipitous (adj) means Steep, like a precipice.
adj
1
Steep, like a precipice
2
Hasty; rash; quick; sudden
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Etymology
From obsolete French précipiteux, from Vulgar Latin *praecipitōsus, from praeceps, praecipit- (“ precipice”) + -ōsus (“-ful, -ous”), from prae- (“before”) + caput (“head”). Equivalent to precipice (“steep cliff, brink”) + -ous.
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What is the meaning of precipitous?
"precipitous" (adj) means steep, like a precipice.
What are the different meanings of precipitous?
"precipitous" has 2 main meanings: 1. Steep, like a precipice; 2. Hasty; rash; quick; sudden.