Passim

usgb/ˈpæsɪm/
adverb

Used in written texts to mean 'here and there' or 'in different places'.

He discusses the subject passim in his book.
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Often appears as...

  • referenced passim
  • cited passim

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Academic Usage

Passim is mostly used in academic texts or scholarly works to point out scattered references.

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The term is discussed passim, providing a comprehensive overview.
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Not for Speech

Passim isn't typically used in spoken English; it's formal and mainly found in written works.

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You won't hear 'passim' at a casual gathering, but you will find it in a thesis.
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Footnotes and Citations

'Passim' is useful in footnotes or citations when referring to something appearing multiple times.

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See pages 45-120, passim, for discussions on ethical philosophy.
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