Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

scholion

noun

/ˈskoʊ.li.ən/

Definition

A brief explanatory note or commentary, typically found in the margins of a manuscript.

Examples

Many ancient texts contain scholions that help modern readers understand the context.
Scholions can be invaluable for those studying classical literature.
She added a scholion to the manuscript to clarify a complex argument.

Meaning

Scholion refers to a note that provides additional information or clarification on a text, often written by scholars to explain difficult passages or to offer interpretations.