Definition

Relating to the number five or occurring in a series of five.

Example

The quintan festival is celebrated every fifth year in our town.

Conversation

Did you know that my birthday falls on a quintan this year?

Oh, that's interesting! So it happens every fifth day in the month?

Exactly! I think it's pretty rare to celebrate on a quintan.

It is! We should plan something special for it.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Quintan is derived from the Latin word 'quintus' (meaning fifth) combined with the suffix '-an' (indicating belonging to or relating to). The term 'quintan' refers to something that is related to the fifth day or the fifth occurrence, often used in a medical context to describe a type of fever that recurs every fifth day.

Memory Tip

Think of 'quintus' meaning fifth, and remember that 'quintan' relates to something that happens on the fifth day.

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