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Pliny

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Name — A Roman name, borne by the naturalist Pliny the Elder and his nephew Pliny the Younger.

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Etymology

From Latin Plīnius, an Italic name of obscure origin.

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Frequently asked questions

What does “Pliny” mean?

The word “Pliny” means a Roman name, borne by the naturalist Pliny the Elder and his nephew Pliny the Younger.

How do you pronounce “Pliny”?

“Pliny” is pronounced PLIH-nee (/ˈplɪni/ in IPA).

How do you use “Pliny” in a sentence?

Here is “Pliny” used in a sentence: “Pliny the Elder died observing the eruption of Vesuvius.”

What part of speech is “Pliny”?

“Pliny” is a name.

Where does the word “Pliny” come from?

The word “Pliny” comes from Latin. From Latin Plīnius, an Italic name of obscure origin.

Related words

Plinius

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