ambrosine
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/æmˈbroʊziːn/
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/æmˈbrəʊziːn/
divine food
Etymology
Etymology Information
'ambrosine' originates from Greek, specifically the word 'ambrosia,' where 'ambrotos' meant 'immortal.'
Historical Evolution
'ambrosia' transformed into the poetic term 'ambrosine' in English literature.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'immortal food of the gods,' but over time it evolved into a poetic term for 'ambrosia.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a rare or poetic term for ambrosia, the food of the gods in Greek mythology.
The poet described the nectar and ambrosine of the divine feast.
Synonyms
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