FICTILE


Meaning of FICTILE in English

I. ˈfikt ə l, -(ˌ)til, -ˌtīl adjective

Etymology: Latin fictilis, from fictus (past participle of fingere to shape, form, devise, feign) + -ilis -ile — more at dough

1. : molded or capable of being molded into the form of an art work or artifact

2.

a. of an art work or artifact : molded of earth, clay, or other soft material

b. : of or belonging to pottery or earthenware

3. : capable of being led or directed : pliable

fictile masses of people ripe for propaganda

II. noun

( -s )

Etymology: Latin, from neuter of fictilis

: a piece of fictile ware

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