Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
locus-classicus
noun
/ˈloʊ.kəs ˈklæ.sɪ.kəs/
Definition
A term used to refer to a classic or authoritative source or example of something in literature, culture, or science.
Examples
- The term ‘locus classicus’ is often applied to classical literature, such as Homer’s ‘Iliad.’
- In the study of ethics, Aristotle’s ‘Nicomachean Ethics’ is frequently cited as a locus classicus.
- This painting is considered a locus classicus in the study of Renaissance art.
Meaning
The phrase ‘locus classicus’ is derived from Latin, meaning ‘classical place.’ It is often used to describe a quintessential text or a definitive example that sets a standard in its field.
Synonyms
- Authoritative source
- Quintessential example
- Standard reference
