Meaning
To mark (a written or printed passage) with an obelus; to judge as spurious or doubtful.
Etymology
Origin: Ancient Greek
From Hellenic Ancient Greek ὀβελίζειν (obelízein), from ὀβελός (obelós, “obelus”).
NYT Puzzle Appearances
No published puzzle dates on file for this word yet. It is part of the official NYT Spelling Bee word list for 2022, 2024, 2025.