Bibitory

/ˈbɪbɪtəri/ adjective

Definition

Relating to or suitable for drinking; having the quality or purpose of being drinkable.

Etymology

From Latin 'bibitorius,' derived from 'bibere' (to drink) plus the suffix '-tory' (relating to or serving). This rare adjective emphasizes capacity or fitness for drinking.

Kelly Says

This word is so obscure that most dictionaries don't include it, yet it perfectly shows how Latin could make an adjective for almost anything—if you could drink something, it was 'bibitory.' Medieval scholars loved creating these precise but rarely-used words.

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