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Term: nuncupare
Definition: Nuncupare is a Latin word that means to call someone by their name out loud. In the past, people used this word to name or pronounce something orally. For example, if someone wanted to name an heir, they would say "nuncupare heredem" in front of witnesses to make it official.
Definition: To name or pronounce something out loud.
Example: When a person writes a will, they may nuncupare their chosen heir by announcing their name in front of witnesses.
This means that when someone wants to officially name or declare something, they can do so by saying it out loud in front of others. This was often done in legal settings, such as when creating a will, to ensure that the declaration was witnessed and recorded accurately.