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Definitions for: Abecedarian [n] a novice learning the rudiments of some subject
[adj] alphabetically arranged (as for beginning readers)
Webster (1913) Definition: A`be*ce*da"ri*an, n. [L. abecedarius. A word from
the first four letters of the alphabet.]
1. One who is learning the alphabet; hence, a tyro.
2. One engaged in teaching the alphabet. --Wood.
A`be*ce*da"ri*an, Abecedary A`be*ce"da*ry, a.
Pertaining to, or formed by, the letters of the alphabet;
alphabetic; hence, rudimentary.
Abecedarian psalms, hymns, etc., compositions in which
(like the 119th psalm in Hebrew) distinct portions or
verses commence with successive letters of the alphabet.
--Hook.
Synonyms: alphabetic, alphabetical
See Also: beginner, initiate, novice, tiro, tyro
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