Definition

A specific calendar used by the Roman Catholic Church that outlines the Mass and office to be celebrated on each day of the year, including a list of offices and feasts.

Example

The priest referred to the ordo to plan the services for the upcoming week.

Conversation

Have you ever heard of the ordo used in the Catholic Church?

Yeah, it's that calendar that tells you what Mass to celebrate, right?

Exactly! I think it helps keep everything organized throughout the year.

For sure, it must be useful for planning special feasts and events.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Ordo is a Latin word meaning order or arrangement. It is the root of several English words related to organization and structure, such as 'order' and 'ordinal.'

Memory Tip

Think of 'ordo' as representing a sense of arrangement or organization, which helps you remember that it relates to order.

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