Vagus
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈveɪ.ɡəs/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Vagus is a noun meaning (Roman Catholicism) A homeless person or vagrant.
Meaning
(Roman Catholicism) A homeless person or vagrant.
More Meanings
- (neuroanatomy) Ellipsis of vagus nerve.
Example Sentences
Though not referred in the Code as a domicile of origin, a child's place of origin is fixed by the place where his father had his domicile or, in defect of domicile, his quasi-domicile when the child was born, or where the mother had hers if the child was illegitimate or posthumous; if the parents were vagi it is the place where the child was born; if the child was a foundling the place where it was discovered.
Word Forms
- vagi
Synonyms for vagus
Depending on context, synonyms include pneumogastric.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include pneumogastric, vagabondizer, landlouper, vagrant, casual, vagabone.
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