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Paterno

Paterno (name) means an Italian surname, notably borne by American football coach Joe Paterno. Example: “Paterno coached college football for over four decades.”

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An Italian surname, notably borne by American football coach Joe Paterno.
"Paterno coached college football for over four decades."

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Paternos plural

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Etymology

Borrowed from Italian Paternò.

Origin: Italian

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What does “Paterno” mean?

The word “Paterno” means an Italian surname, notably borne by American football coach Joe Paterno.

How do you use “Paterno” in a sentence?

Here is “Paterno” used in a sentence: “Paterno coached college football for over four decades.”

What part of speech is “Paterno”?

“Paterno” is a name.

What is the meaning of Paterno?

"Paterno" (name) means an Italian surname, notably borne by American football coach Joe Paterno.

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