simul

[ sim-uhl ]

adverb

1. (in prescriptions) together.

simul

/ ˈsɪməl /

noun

1. a shortened form of simultaneous

Word History and Origins

Origin of simul¹

< Latin; similar, simplex

Example Sentences

Reshevsky employs the classic simul tactic of a sharp opening to flummox his lower-rated opponent, but Bogart handles things relatively well despite coming out a pawn down.

From Washington Times

Many of Reshevsky’s earliest exhibition games featured sharp openings and wildly speculative attacks, such as today’s game from a simul in Berlin in early 1920.

From Washington Times

On the hanging, thanks to someone who’s familiar with Latin, Cisney embroidered this message about social distancing, “Procul Absimus Aut Peribimus Simul.”

From Seattle Times

The route requires a rounded skill set for climbers, who need to be familiar with roped travel over glaciated terrain, crevasse rescue, ice climbing and simul climbing, among other advanced techniques.

From Seattle Times

The phrase derives from simul justus et peccator, which means “At the same time saint and sinner,” a concept that Martin Luther used to describe everyday Christians.

From The New Yorker