Lombard
1 synonym for Lombard, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A member of a Germanic people who conquered and settled northern Italy in the 6th century.
Synonyms
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Langobard
How to use Lombard
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Lombard Street
Lombard banker
Etymology
From Old French Lombard, ultimately from Late Latin Langobardus, from Germanic elements meaning "long" + "beard" (or possibly "axe").
Full origin of Lombard →Frequently asked questions
What does “Lombard” mean?
The word “Lombard” means a member of a Germanic people who conquered and settled northern Italy in the 6th century. In plain terms, originally the name of a Germanic tribe that settled Italy; later used for bankers, since medieval Lombard merchants were famous moneylenders.
How do you pronounce “Lombard”?
“Lombard” is pronounced LOM-bahd (/ˈlɑmbɑɹd/ in IPA).
How do you use “Lombard” in a sentence?
Here is “Lombard” used in a sentence: “The Lombards gave their name to the modern Italian region of Lombardy.”
What part of speech is “Lombard”?
Depending on how it is used, “Lombard” can be a noun and a name.
Where does the word “Lombard” come from?
The word “Lombard” comes from Late Latin. From Old French Lombard, ultimately from Late Latin Langobardus, from Germanic elements meaning "long" + "beard" (or possibly "axe").
How many meanings does “Lombard” have?
“Lombard” has 3 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a member of a Germanic people who conquered and settled northern Italy in the 6th century.
Related words
Lumbar
Lumbard
