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What was the original meaning of the word 'Myriad'?
What was the original meaning of the word 'Myriad'?
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Discussion Overview
The discussion centers on the original meaning of the word 'myriad,' exploring its historical and linguistic roots, particularly in Greek. Participants examine definitions and interpretations from different sources.
Discussion Character
- Exploratory, Conceptual clarification
Main Points Raised
- One participant claims that 'myriad' originally meant ten thousand.
- Another participant references Webster's dictionary, noting that the Greek word "myrioi" also meant "countless," suggesting that for the Greeks, it could imply either countless or ten thousand.
- A later reply expresses support for the previous claim, indicating agreement with the interpretation of the term.
Areas of Agreement / Disagreement
Participants appear to agree on the dual meanings of 'myriad' as both ten thousand and countless, but there is no consensus on which meaning was primary or more widely accepted in historical contexts.