Vocabulary Corner : solon PRONUNCIATION: (SOH-luhn) - TopicsExpress



          

Vocabulary Corner : solon PRONUNCIATION: (SOH-luhn) MEANING: noun: 1. A wise lawgiver. 2. A legislator. ETYMOLOGY: After Solon (c. 638-558 BCE), an Athenian lawmaker who introduced political, economic, and moral reforms and revised the harsh code of laws established by Draco. Earliest documented use: 1631. USAGE: After due consideration and debate, our solons last week offered new rules designed to prevent dangerous practices. Randall W. Forsyth; Riskless Business; Barrons (New York); Dec 16, 2013.
Posted on: Tue, 25 Nov 2014 03:57:54 +0000

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