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S.S.

S.S.

9.9
To show a word or name is used in its exact, narrow sense
  • adverb
  • Formal
translation icon : en sentido estricto
  • In scientific papers, S.S. is often used to clarify a precise definition.

Examples

  • In this context, 'freedom' is used in its S.S. sense.

  • The plant was classified as S.S. to distinguish it from related varieties.

  • The term applies to the species S.S., excluding any subspecies or hybrids.

  • The term 'biodiversity' refers to its S.S. meaning in ecology.

  • In scientific discourse, S.S. is essential for indicating a term's strict definition.

  • The classification of the animal species was noted as S.S. to avoid confusion with broader categories.

  • When discussing ancient civilizations, S.S. helps to specify the term's narrow application.

Synonyms

technically
vsS.S.
  • Specialized
434 4.8

Something is true by the exact rules or facts, not by how people usually think

is used to mark a stricter narrow sense rather than a loose one

Surface Forms

S.S. positive

Etymology

S.S. comes from the Latin phrase sensu stricto, which means 'in the strict sense'. So scientists and writers use S.S. to show a very narrow, exact meaning of a name.