adj
recognitory
Recognitory (adj) means relating to recognition in a general sense.
adj
1
Relating to recognition in a general sense.
2
Relating to identifying something you perceive now as something you remember.
"Glancing across to our corner, he nodded to Francis, a flashing-eyed, recognitory nod, as from one power to another."
— C. P. Snow (1970)
3
Relating to formally accepting that something exists or is valid.
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Etymology
Formed from recognit(ion) and -ory.
Rhymes for recognitory
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What is the meaning of recognitory?
"recognitory" (adj) means relating to recognition in a general sense.
What are the different meanings of recognitory?
"recognitory" has 3 main meanings: 1. Relating to recognition in a general sense; 2. Relating to identifying something you perceive now as something you remember; 3. Relating to formally accepting that something exists or is valid.
