FLORENTINE


Meaning of FLORENTINE in English

n.

Pronunciation: ' flo ̇ r- ə n- ˌ t ē n, ' flär-, - ˌ t ī n

Function: adjective

Etymology: Medieval Latin Florentinus

Date: 1568

1 a : of or relating to Florence, Italy b : MACHIAVELLIAN < Florentine politics>

2 : served or dressed with spinach <poached eggs Florentine >

3 : having a matte brushed finish < Florentine gold>

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