The Latin roots of the word 'senior'

'Senior' is a word borrowed from Latin 'senior'. The word entered the English language some time around the 14th century.

senior [noun] [14th century]

• a person older than another
• a person with higher standing or rank
• a senior fellow of a college at an English university
• a student in the year preceding graduation from a school of secondary or higher level

Meaning: Older person or higher ranking person.

Etymology: From Latin senior meaning older.

Origin: From Latin to English.

note: Meaning: Older person or higher ranking person. Etymology: From Latin senior meaning older.

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