Culti

/ˈkʌl.taɪ/ noun

Definition

Plural of 'cultus'; religious or ceremonial practices, cults, or systems of belief and worship.

Etymology

Direct plural of Latin 'cultus' (worship, cultivation, ritual). Maintains the classical Latin form rather than anglicizing to '-es,' common in scholarly and religious contexts.

Kelly Says

Scholars kept the Latin plural 'culti' because it sounded more authoritative when discussing ancient religions—using Latin plurals added academic gravitas to discussions of worship practices!

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