Meaning
Specialized knowledge that is mysterious to the uninitiated.
Etymology
Origin: Latin
From Latin arcānus (“hidden, secret”), from arcēre (“to withhold”), arca (“a chest”).
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
NYT Puzzle Appearances
Accepted in 18 recorded puzzles:
- 2026-05-03CATONRU
- 2026-04-26RATICNY
- 2026-02-18NACVORD
- 2025-11-09NAYRCIL
- 2025-08-16RANGCIU
- 2025-06-26ACRNIOZ
- 2025-01-24CYATONR
- 2025-01-12NTPCIRA
- 2024-07-29CAGHINR
- 2024-04-29CAUNHRY
- 2024-04-07RATICNU
- 2024-03-08CAINRTY
+6 earlier appearances in the archive.