stirps Meaning & Definition
ˈstərp
What Does Stirps Mean?
Stirps is a noun that means a line descending from a common ancestor.
Stirps: Key Facts
| Part of speech | noun |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation | /ˈstərp/ |
| Plural | stirpes |
| First known use | 1502 |
Stirps Definition (Noun)
- a line descending from a common ancestor : stock, lineage
Synonyms of Stirps
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Stirps synonyms and antonyms →Word Forms & Grammar
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stirps (plural stirpes)
Words That Rhyme With Stirps
Origin of Stirps
Origin 1: Latin stirp-, stirps
Origin 2: Borrowed from Latin stirps (“rootstock, stem”).
First Known Use
1502