majuscule
(of letters) capital.
large, as either capital or uncial letters.
written in such letters (opposed to minuscule).
a majuscule letter.
Origin of majuscule
1Other words from majuscule
- ma·jus·cu·lar, adjective
Words Nearby majuscule
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How to use majuscule in a sentence
It is written throughout in majuscule Roman capitals, which, although MM.
The History, Theory, and Practice of Illuminating | M. Digby WyattProbably the earliest Latin majuscule writing is that known as square capitals.
Illumination and its Development in the Present Day | Sidney FarnsworthFor example, in some of the early majuscule MSS., notes have been found written in this style.
Illumination and its Development in the Present Day | Sidney FarnsworthThis style is very important, as it marks the beginning of the change from majuscule to minuscule writing.
Illumination and its Development in the Present Day | Sidney Farnsworth
British Dictionary definitions for majuscule
/ (ˈmædʒəˌskjuːl) /
a large letter, either capital or uncial, used in printing or writing
relating to, printed, or written in such letters: Compare minuscule
Origin of majuscule
1Derived forms of majuscule
- majuscular (məˈdʒʌskjʊlə), adjective
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