English word origin

Etymology of Ara

From Latin āra (“altar”).

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Source etymology 1

Original entry ↗

name

A constellation of the southern sky, said to resemble an altar. · A barangay of Benito Soliven, Isabela, Philippines.

Selected source glosses provide context, not a complete modern definition inventory

From Latin āra (“altar”).

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Root classification mention*h₂eHs-ine-pro
Derivation mentionārala

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Source etymology 2

Original entry ↗

name

A male given name from Armenian.

Selected source glosses provide context, not a complete modern definition inventory

Borrowed from Armenian Արա (Ara).

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