ClimateAugust 3, 2026

epistle

ih-PIS-uhl

Definition

A formal, literary, or instructive letter, often characterized by a serious or reflective tone.

Etymology

Derived from the Old English 'epistol', which comes from the Latin 'epistola' and ultimately from the Greek 'epistolē', meaning 'a message or letter'.

In the news

The article uses the term to invite readers to submit their formal letters to the editor as part of the community forum.

Another setback for biodiversity in Ballina

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echo.net.au

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