aficionada
|a-fi-cio-na-da|
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/əˌfɪʃiəˈnɑːdə/
enthusiastic expert
Etymology
Etymology Information
'aficionada' originates from Spanish, specifically the word 'aficionado,' where 'afición' meant 'affection' or 'fondness.'
Historical Evolution
'aficionado' transformed into the feminine form 'aficionada' to specifically refer to women.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'a person with a strong liking,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a woman who is very knowledgeable and enthusiastic about an activity, subject, or pastime.
She is an aficionada of classical music.
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Last updated: 2025/05/24 18:51