Semper

/ˈsɛmpər/ adverb

Definition

Always or forever, used mainly in Latin phrases and official mottos.

Etymology

From Latin 'semper' meaning 'always' or 'ever,' related to 'semel' (once). The word appears in many English institutions and mottos borrowed directly from Latin.

Kelly Says

The U.S. Marine Corps' famous motto 'Semper Fidelis' means 'Always Faithful'—it's why Marines are sometimes called 'Jarheads' with pride, and why this Latin word still echoes in modern English institutions!

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