proper noun · masculinesecond declension
Thingsus
Thingsus m sg (genitive Thingsī)
Classical[ˈtʰɪŋk.sʊs]Ecclesiastical[ˈtiŋɡ.sus]
Meaning
- masculinesingularepithet of Mars
Declension
| form | singular | plural |
|---|---|---|
| nominative | Thingsus | — |
| genitive | Thingsī | — |
| dative | Thingsō | — |
| accusative | Thingsum | — |
| ablative | Thingsō | — |
| vocative | Thingse | — |
Origins
Probably related to Proto-Germanic *þingą, whence also English thing. The epithet likely reflects the god Tyr, as worshipped in his capacity as protector of assemblies. It is possible that this epithet is reflected in Dutch dinsdag.