septi-, sept-, septem-

(Latin: seven, seventh)

septennially

septennium

septentrion

Originally, septem triones, the seven stars of the constellation Ursa Major, the "Great Bear", from septem, "seven" and triones, "a team of three-plow oxen".

These are the principal stars of the "Great Bear" which is located in the region of the north celestial pole and are more commonly perceived as the "Big Dipper".

septentrional

septet

septicentennial

septifarious

Turned in seven different ways or directions.

septigravida

A woman who is pregnant for the seventh time.

septilateral

septillion

septipara

septipedalian

septivalence

septivalent

septophobia

An excessive fear of decaying matter.

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septi-, sept-, septem-

(Latin: seven, seventh)

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