Rudimentum
/ruː.dɪˈmɛn.tʊm/noun
A basic principle or element; a fundamental part of something.
Did you know?The term 'rudimentum' originally referred to the early stages of development, linking it to the idea of chaos and potential in ancient philosophy.
Etymological Timeline
Latin
Latin
rudimentum
“a foundation or a beginning, often in a rough or unrefined state.”
Old French
Old French
rudiment
“a basic element or principle, derived from Latin.”
Middle English
Middle English
rudiment
“a fundamental principle or basic feature.”
Modern English
English
rudiment
“the basic or fundamental part of something.”
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