Vocable — Word of the Day September 30, 2026

Definition

A word or utterance, especially with reference to sound rather than meaning; a meaningful word. It emphasises the sonic quality of language.

“Each vocable of the ancient chant was intoned with careful deliberate precision.”

From Latin vocabulum (word, name), from vocare (to call).

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VOCABLE scores 14 points in Scrabble.