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English word origin

Etymology of Linus

From Latin Linus, Ancient Greek Λῖνος (Lînos), of uncertain meaning.

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Source etymology 1

Original entry ↗
name

A male given name from Latin.

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

From Latin Linus, Ancient Greek Λῖνος (Lînos), of uncertain meaning.

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Source etymology 2

Original entry ↗
name

A town on the coast of ancient Mysia, on the Propontis, between Priapus and Parium.

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

Ancient Greek Λῖνος (Lînos)

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