scriptorium
scriptorium
Definition
scrip·to·rium (skrip tôr′ē əm)
noun pl. -·ria-ə
a writing room; esp., a room in a monastery for copying manuscripts, writing, and studying
Etymology: ML < L scriptus: see script
scriptorium
Usage Examples
Adjective modifier
- monastic: Styli from the monastic scriptorium testify to the writing that formed part of the daily work of the monks.
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