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Word of the Day Wednesday, June 10, 2026

deus

/dɛʊs/ noun · British & US
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What does deus mean?

noun

A god or deity, especially in ancient Roman mythology. In modern usage, a term used to describe a plot device in which a god or supernatural being intervenes in a story.

Example

"The playwright used deus ex machina to resolve the conflict in the final act."

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