Etymology

Pliny

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Today it means: An ancient Roman praenomen. Full definition →

Latin Plīnius
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  1. Latin · derived fromPlīnius
  2. English todayPliny

Ultimately from Latin Plīnius, an Italic name of obscure origin.

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