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Neapolitan

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Adj — Relating to the Italian city of Naples.

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Neapolitan pizza Neapolitan ice cream

Etymology

From Latin Neapolitanus, from Greek Neapolis, "new city" — the ancient Greek name for Naples.

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Frequently asked questions

What does “Neapolitan” mean?

The word “Neapolitan” means relating to the Italian city of Naples. In plain terms, relating to the city of Naples, or the classic three-flavor striped ice cream named after it.

How do you pronounce “Neapolitan”?

“Neapolitan” is pronounced nee-uh-PO-lih-tuhn (/ˌniːəˈpɑlɪtən/ in IPA).

How do you use “Neapolitan” in a sentence?

Here is “Neapolitan” used in a sentence: “The restaurant specializes in authentic Neapolitan pizza.”

What part of speech is “Neapolitan”?

Depending on how it is used, “Neapolitan” can be an adjective and a noun.

Where does the word “Neapolitan” come from?

The word “Neapolitan” comes from Ancient Greek. From Latin Neapolitanus, from Greek Neapolis, "new city" — the ancient Greek name for Naples.

How many meanings does “Neapolitan” have?

“Neapolitan” has 3 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: relating to the Italian city of Naples.

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