noun
quiddity
Quiddity (noun) means the essence or inherent nature of a person or thing.
noun
1
The essence or inherent nature of a person or thing.
2
A trifle; a nicety or quibble.
3
An eccentricity; an odd feature.
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Etymology
From Middle English quidite, from Old French quidité, and its source, Late Latin quidditās, from Latin quid (“what”) + -itas (“-ness”) (whence -ity).
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What is the meaning of quiddity?
"quiddity" (noun) means the essence or inherent nature of a person or thing.
What are the different meanings of quiddity?
"quiddity" has 3 main meanings: 1. The essence or inherent nature of a person or thing; 2. A trifle; a nicety or quibble; 3. An eccentricity; an odd feature.