The Latin origins of the word 'tonsorial'

'Tonsorial' is a word borrowed from Latin 'tonsorius'. The word entered the English language some time around 1813.

tonsorial [adjective] [1813]

Of or relating to a barber or the work of a barber
Meaning: relating to barbers or barbering.

Etymology: From Latin tonsorius from tondere.

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Origin: From Latin to English.

note: Meaning: Relating to barbers or barbering. Etymology: From Latin tonsorius from tondere. Path: Latin > English.

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