glossa

ˈɡlɒsə

Definitions

1. noun

A gloss, especially in the form of notes or commentary.

“The professor provided a glossa to the ancient text for better understanding.”

2. noun

In medieval scholasticism, a glossa was a commentary or an explanation of a text, often written in the margin.

“The medieval scholar spent years writing glossa to the works of Aristotle.”

Synonyms

  • commentary
  • gloss

Antonyms

  • misinterpretation
  • obfuscation