textus receptus

[ tek-stuhs ri-sep-tuhs ]

noun

1. a text of a work that is generally accepted as being genuine or original.

Word History and Origins

Origin of textus receptus¹

1855–60; < New Latin: received text

Example Sentences

The learned Dean has been sneered at for a supposed sentimental and effeminate attachment to the Textus Receptus.

From Project Gutenberg

It is to her that we owe the textus receptus of the Essais of the illustrious litterateur.

From Project Gutenberg

A third version (long the textus receptus) figured in the Folio of 1623.

From Project Gutenberg