Word of the Day: Tutelary

Can you pronounce tutelary?

Wednesday, July 31, 2024

adjective 1. Serving as a protector, guardian, or patron. 2. Relating to protection or a guardian. "The state police provided tutelary services to the former governor." "Adam's aunt was a tutelary presence in his childhood." "The guards are tutelary figures at the historic castle, even though no royalty lives there today." Ads help keep Word Daily free. Latin, early 17th century From Our Network Today's Best Deals Good products make life easier — especially when they're on sale. See the savings This word comes from the late Latin "tutelarius," meaning "a guardian," originally from the Latin "tutela," meaning "protection, watching." Theological history is filled with tutelary deities, who were deemed guardians of everything from a specific location or person to occupations... Continue Reading By clicking "Try it in your inbox" you're agreeing to Word Smart's Terms of Use and Privacy Policy. By clicking "Try it in your inbox" you're agreeing to Word Smart's Terms of Use and Privacy Policy. Do you remember these words? Thank you for supporting our advertisers.

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