decanate
Face, one of three parts into which each zodiac sign is dividedFace, one of three parts into which each zodiac sign is divided; a decan.
Meaning
2 sensesFace, one of three parts into which each zodiac sign is divided; a decan.
A group of parishes over which a dean presides; a deanery.
Origin
Of decan + -ate. Attested from the 17th century. From Medieval Latin decānātus, from LatiOf decan + -ate. Attested from the 17th century.
From Medieval Latin decānātus, from Latin decānus. Equivalent to Latin decānus + -ate (forms nouns denoting rank or office, here the concrete charge of it). Compare dean.
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Forms
plural: decanatesWord family
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