Etymology

Clio

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Today it means: A statuette holding a globe given at the Clio Awards, an annual award program that recognizes innovation and creative excellence in advertising, design, and communication. Full definition →

Ancient Greek Κλειώ
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  1. Ancient Greek · borrowed fromΚλειώ
  2. English todayClio

From the Ancient Greek Κλειώ (Kleiṓ). The award and car model were named after the goddess.

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