in toto

adverb

in to·​to in-ˈtō-(ˌ)tō How to pronounce in toto (audio)

Examples of in toto in a Sentence

The judge accepted the testimony in toto.
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Word History

Etymology

Latin, on the whole

First Known Use

1796, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of in toto was in 1796

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Cite this Entry

“In toto.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/in%20toto. Accessed 31 Oct. 2024.

Legal Definition

in toto

adverb
in to·​to in-ˈtō-tō How to pronounce in toto (audio)
: as a whole : in total
admitted the disputed testimony in toto
refused to allow the will in toto
Etymology

Latin, on the whole

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