adjective
Alban
ALBUHN
Alban (adjective) means relating to the ancient Latin city of Alba Longa, or, in a separate historical sense, to Alba, an old name for Scotland. Example: “The play retells an Alban legend from early Roman mythology.”
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Relating to the ancient Latin city of Alba Longa, or, in a separate historical sense, to Alba, an old name for Scotland.
"The play retells an Alban legend from early Roman mythology."
How to use Alban
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA scholarly/historical adjective tying something back to the ancient city of Alba Longa; also survives as the given name Alban (as in Saint Alban).
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Etymology
From Latin Albānus ("of Alba"), referring to the ancient city of Alba Longa in Latium.
Frequently asked questions
What does “Alban” mean?
The word “Alban” means relating to the ancient Latin city of Alba Longa, or, in a separate historical sense, to Alba, an old name for Scotland. In plain terms, a scholarly/historical adjective tying something back to the ancient city of Alba Longa; also survives as the given name Alban (as in Saint Alban).
How do you pronounce “Alban”?
“Alban” is pronounced ALBUHN (/ˈalbən/ in IPA).
How do you use “Alban” in a sentence?
Here is “Alban” used in a sentence: “The play retells an Alban legend from early Roman mythology.”
What part of speech is “Alban”?
“Alban” is an adjective.
Where does the word “Alban” come from?
The word “Alban” comes from Latin. From Latin Albānus ("of Alba"), referring to the ancient city of Alba Longa in Latium.
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