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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

petitio

/pəˈtiːʃən/ noun · British & US
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What does petitio mean?

noun

A petitio is a formal request or petition, especially one made in a polite or courteous manner. It can also refer to a rhetorical device in which a conclusion is drawn from a series of premises.

Example

"The charity made a petitio to the local government to allocate more funds for community projects."

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