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primitiae
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A quick definition of primitiae:
Term: PRIMITIAE
Definition: Primitiae means the first fruits. It comes from the Latin word "primus" which means "first". It is also known as "first fruits(2)". The adjective form of primitiae is "primitial".
A more thorough explanation:
Definition: Primitiae (pronounced pri-mish-ee-ee) is a Latin word that means "first fruits." It refers to the first harvest or yield of a crop or the first profits or income from a business venture.
Example: In ancient times, people would offer their primitiae to the gods as a sign of gratitude and to ask for a bountiful harvest in the future. In modern times, businesses may use their primitiae to reinvest in their company or to pay off any initial debts.
Explanation: The example illustrates how primitiae refers to the first fruits or profits of a venture. In ancient times, people would offer their first harvest as a sign of gratitude and to ask for a good harvest in the future. In modern times, businesses may use their first profits to reinvest in their company or to pay off any initial debts.