Definition of PRINCEPS

princeps

Plural: principes

Noun

  • Title of the Roman emperor during the principate.
  • One who, or that which, is foremost, original, etc.
  • The editio princeps, or first edition of a book.

Origin / Etymology

Borrowed from Latin prī̆nceps (“first, foremost”). Doublet of prince and principe.

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Words With Friends Score: 18

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