precārius

precārius
   precārius adj.    [precor], obtained by entreaty, granted to prayer : orare precariam opem, as a favor , L.: victus, the bread of charity , Cu.— Dependent on another's will, uncertain, precarious : forma, O.: imperium, Ta.: vita, Ta.
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precaria, precarium ADJ
obtained by prayer; doubtful, precarious

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