What is another word for apparatus criticus?
Pronunciation: [ˌapəɹˈe͡ɪtəs kɹˈɪtɪkəs] (IPA) 
Apparatus criticus is a Latin term used to describe the critical apparatus of a text. This refers to the notes and annotations that accompany a textual edition, providing readers with additional information about the text's history, variants and sources. There are several synonyms for this term in various languages. For example, in French, this is known as "apparat critique," while in German it is "kritischer Apparat." Other words used to describe this type of textual annotation include "critical apparatus," "textual notes," "variant readings," and "scholia." Regardless of the term used, the apparatus criticus is an essential tool for scholars and students of literature, providing deeper insights into the text's context and meaning.
