Etymology

all'antica

Today it means: In a classical style; based on classical models. Full definition →

First used 17th c.Italian all'
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  1. Italian · derived fromall'
  2. English todayall'antica

From Italian all'antica (“in the style of antiquity”).

First known use, by meaning

  • from 17th c. In a classical style; based on classical models.

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