Etymology

Petronius

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Today it means: A male given name from Latin, of historical usage, notably borne by a Roman courtier during the reign of Nero and the patron saint of Bologna. Full definition →

Latin Petrōnius
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  1. Latin · borrowed fromPetrōnius
  2. English todayPetronius

Borrowed from Latin Petrōnius.

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