ambrosian
|am-bro-sian|
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/æmˈbroʊʒən/
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/æmˈbrəʊʒən/
divine taste or aroma
Etymology
Etymology Information
'ambrosian' originates from the Greek word 'ambrosios,' where 'ambrosia' meant 'immortal' or 'divine food.'
Historical Evolution
'ambrosios' transformed into the Latin word 'ambrosius,' and eventually became the modern English word 'ambrosian.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'divine or immortal,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'exceptionally pleasing to taste or smell.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
relating to or characteristic of ambrosia; exceptionally pleasing to taste or smell.
The ambrosian aroma of the freshly baked bread filled the room.
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Last updated: 2025/07/11 08:36
