Linus
/ˈlaɪ.nəs/ name
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Definitions
Proper Noun
- 1 A male given name from Latin.
"Do thy diligence to come before winter. Eubulus greeteth thee, and Pudens, and Linus, and Claudia, and all the brethren."
- 2 A town on the coast of ancient Mysia, on the Propontis, between Priapus and Parium. historical
Synonyms
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More examples"Orpheus was the disciple of Linus."
Etymology
Etymology 1
From Latin Linus, Ancient Greek Λῖνος (Lînos), of uncertain meaning.
Etymology 2
Ancient Greek Λῖνος (Lînos)