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Etymology of the English word nugatory

the English word nugatory
derived from the Latin word nugatorius (trifling, worthless, futile)
derived from the Latin word nugator (one who plays the fool; teller of tall stories)
derived from the Latin word nugari (play the fool, talk nonsense; trifle)
derived from the Latin word nugae

Usage

Word found in Modern English



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