Etymology:
The word "scilicet" originated from the Latin word "scire licet", which literally means "one is allowed to know."
Meaning:
In English, "scilicet" means "namely" or "that is to say." It is used to introduce a more specific or detailed explanation of a preceding statement.
Origin:
The word "scilicet" was first used in Latin as a conjunction to introduce aclarification or explanation. It was borrowed into English in the 14th century and has been used extensively in legal and formal writing.
Usage:
Example:
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