Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
flocci
noun
/ˈflɒk.ʃi/
Definition
A term that refers to something of little or no value, often used in phrases to signify the insignificance of an object or concept.
Examples
- He treated her opinions as flocci, disregarding her feelings entirely.
- The old coins found in the attic were flocci, left behind from a time long forgotten.
Meaning
The word flocci is derived from the Latin term ‘floccus,’ which means a tuft of wool or a small particle. It implies a lack of importance or worth.
Synonyms
- Triviality
- Insignificance
- Nonsense
- Nullity
