Word Ultra — Set 86

Set 86 of Word Ultra covers 5 words: iconostasis, pandect, tintinnabulation, cunctator, oesophagus. Each entry below includes its definition, an example sentence, and synonyms — practice them with the interactive cards above.

1. iconostasis · noun/ˌaɪ.kəˈnɑː.stəsɪs/

   a screen or partition in a church that separates the sanctuary from the nave, often adorned with icons

   The ornate iconostasis in the Orthodox church was adorned with beautiful artwork depicting various saints.

   Synonyms: screen, partition, divider

   Origin: derived from the Greek word 'ikonostasion', which is a combination of 'ikon' meaning 'icon' and 'stasis' meaning 'stand' or 'place'.

2. pandect · noun/ˈpæn.dɛkt/

   a comprehensive collection or digest of laws or legal principles

   The legal scholars studied the ancient pandect to understand the roots of modern jurisprudence.

   Synonyms: compendium, digest, summary

   Origin: from Latin 'pandectus', from Greek 'pandektēs' meaning 'comprehensive', from 'pan-' (all) + 'dechesthai' (to receive)

3. tintinnabulation · noun/ˌtɪn.tɪ.næb.jəˈleɪ.ʃən/

   the ringing or sounding of bells

   As I walked through the quaint village, the soft tintinnabulation of the church bells filled the air, creating a serene atmosphere.

   Synonyms: ringing, peal, chime

   Origin: Early 19th century, from Latin 'tintinnabulum', meaning 'bell'

4. cunctator · noun/kʌŋkˈteɪtər/

   one who delays or procrastinates

   As a persistent cunctator, his habit of delaying important decisions often frustrated his colleagues.

   Synonyms: procrastinator, dawdler, laggard

   Origin: Latin 'cunctator', from 'cunctari' meaning 'to delay or hesitate'

5. oesophagus · noun/ɪˈsɑfɪɡəs/

   the muscular tube that connects the throat to the stomach

   When swallowing, food travels down the oesophagus before reaching the stomach.

   Synonyms: gullet, esophagus

   Origin: from Middle English 'esophagus', from Latin 'oesophagus', from Greek 'oisophagos', meaning 'that which carries food'.