Medieval Latin
noun
: the Latin used especially for liturgical and literary purposes from the 7th to the 15th centuries inclusive
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Medieval Latin) Dill The herb itself has ancient ties to Egyptians, Greeks, and Romans, cultivated for medicine and flavor.
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“Medieval Latin.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/Medieval%20Latin. Accessed 3 Feb. 2026.
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