UMBRATIC

Etymology

Adjective

umbratic (comparative more umbratic, superlative most umbratic)

Of or relating to the shade or darkness; shadowy.

Source: Wiktionary


Um*brat"ic, Um*brat"ic*al, a. Etym: [L. umbraticus, from umbra shade. See Umbrage.]

Definition: Of or pertaining to the shade or darkness; shadowy; unreal; secluded; retired. [R.] B. Jonson.

Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition



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