Ars

/ɑːrz/ noun

Definition

A plural form or Latin-derived term; in anatomy, refers to the posterior or 'buttocks'; in Latin phrases refers to 'art' or 'skill.'

Etymology

From Latin 'ars' (art, skill, craft), or from Latin 'ārs' (rear, buttocks). Used in Latin phrases like 'ars poetica' and in modern anatomical terminology.

Kelly Says

The word 'ars' shows up everywhere in Latin phrases about craft and skill—'ars longa, vita brevis' means art is long but life is short, reminding us why perfecting a craft takes time!

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