furciferous

English

/fə(ɹ)ˈsɪfəɹəs/

adj
Definitions
  • (archaic) rascally; scandalous

Etymology

Derived from Latin furcifer (rascal, scoundrel, yoke bearer, rogue).

Origin

Latin

furcifer

Gloss

rascal, scoundrel, yoke bearer, rogue

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