Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
arium
Suffix
/ˈɛəriəm/
Definition
A suffix used to denote a place associated with a specific activity or function.
Examples
- Planetarium: A place for viewing astronomical displays.
- Aquarium: A facility for keeping aquatic animals and plants.
- Terrarium: A container for keeping terrestrial plants and animals.
Meaning
The suffix ‘-arium’ is derived from Latin and is used to indicate a location or an environment where certain activities or things occur, often related to specific disciplines or fields.
Synonyms
- -ium (as in museum)
- place
- location
