Identical
/aɪˈdɛn.tɪ.kəl/noun
Being exactly the same in every detail; indistinguishable.
Did you know?The root of 'identical' connects to the concept of being one and the same, reflecting ancient beliefs in the unity of all existence.
Etymological Timeline
Late Latin
Latin
identicus
“Of the same kind or nature; identical.”
Late 14th Century
Middle English
identical
“Same, identical; derived from Latin roots.”
16th Century
English
identical
“Used to describe things that are the same or indistinguishable.”
Modern English
English
identical
“Accepted as a standard term for things that are exactly alike.”
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