mensis

/ˈmɛn.ɪs/

Definitions

1. noun

A month, especially in ancient Roman and modern astronomical contexts.

“The calendar system used 12 mensis to divide the year into smaller segments.”

2. noun

The ninth month of the Roman calendar, approximately equivalent to July or August in the modern calendar.

“The festival of Vulcan took place during the Roman month of mensis”

Synonyms

  • calendar
  • month

Antonyms

  • equinox
  • solstice