Cleruchic

/kləˈruːkɪk/ adjective

Definition

Another adjective form relating to or characteristic of a cleruch or the system of cleruchy.

Etymology

From 'cleruch' plus the adjective suffix '-ic' (meaning relating to or characterized by)—an alternative to 'cleruchial' for describing cleruch-related matters.

Kelly Says

English often has multiple suffixes that can create similar adjectives ('-ic' and '-ial'), and scholars sometimes prefer '-ic' as slightly more technical or scientific in tone, which is why ancient history texts might use 'cleruchic' in academic writing.

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