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.
Full origin of Pliny →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
