vellum

Meanings

• noun

  A type of parchment made from calfskin, goatskin, or sheepskin, often used for writing or painting in the Middle Ages.

  - "The ancient texts were written on vellum."
  - "The manuscripts in the library were preserved on vellum."

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Variants

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vellum , vellums

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Etymology

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From Old French 'velin' or Latin 'velum' meaning 'calfskin, parchment'.

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Trivia

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1. The word 'vellum' comes from the Latin word for 'calfskin'.

2. Vellum was often treated with a solution made from egg whites and chalk to make it even smoother and more receptive to ink.

3. The famous Dead Sea Scrolls were discovered on vellum, making them some of the oldest surviving written documents in the world.

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Related Concepts

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1. parchment: A material similar to vellum, made from animal skin, but often of lower quality and thinner.

2. manuscript: A handwritten document, often on vellum or parchment.

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Culture

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Vellum was widely used in Europe from the Middle Ages to the Renaissance for writing and illuminating manuscripts. It was considered a high-quality material due to its durability and smooth surface. Vellum was also used for making book covers, parchment maps, and even for making musical instruments such as the medieval lute.

How to Memorize "vellum"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a scroll made from a smooth, animal hide. Visualize the intricate calligraphy or illustrations that could be written or painted on it.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'vellum' with 'ancient texts' or 'manuscripts'. Remember that it was a valuable material used for writing and preserving important documents in history.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Create a mnemonic phrase such as 'Vellum: Very Expensive, Long-lasting, Useful Material' to help remember the meaning and properties of the material.

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