Etymology

Europa regina

Today it means: The map-like depiction of the European continent as a queen, made popular in the 16th century. Full definition →

Medieval Latin Europa regina
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  1. Medieval Latin · borrowed fromEuropa regina“Queen Europe”
  2. English todayEuropa regina

Borrowed from Medieval Latin Europa regina (“Queen Europe”).

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