Lexica → Word → vessel
Letter | V |
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Letter name | vee |
Pronounciation | /viː/ |
Word: | vessel |
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Pronounciation: | |
Century: | 13th |
DA Name: | vessel |
Era: | C.E. |
Origin: | Original |
Type: | Official |
Source Language: | Latin |
Source Language Words: | |
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Definition: | From 13th Century Latin vascellum meaning "small container" as it pertains to either a SHIP or a HUMAN BEING. From earlier Latin vās "vessel" and cella "small room/cavity". A legal fiction created by the Roman Cult as part of MARITIME LAW for the purpose of controlling trade. Under MARITIME LAW, a HUMAN is deemed a "vessel". |