q.v.
1abbreviation
(in prescriptions) as much as you wish.
Origin of q.v.
1From Latin quantum vīs
Other definitions for q.v. (2 of 2)
q.v.2
abbreviationplural qq.v.
(used in formal writing after a cross reference) which see.
Origin of q.v.
2From Latin quod vidē
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How to use q.v. in a sentence
Several attempts have been made to prove the existence of Celtic dialects with qv on the continent.
British Dictionary definitions for qv
qv
abbreviation for(denoting a cross reference)
quod vide
Origin of qv
1New Latin: which (word, item, etc) see
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