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senatorian

adjective

sen·​a·​to·​ri·​an ˌse-nə-ˈtȯr-ē-ən How to pronounce senatorian (audio)
: senatorial
specifically : of or relating to the ancient Roman senate

Word History

First Known Use

1614, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of senatorian was in 1614

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“Senatorian.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/senatorian. Accessed 28 Nov. 2025.

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