amorini
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/ˌæməˈriːni/
(amorino)
small cherubic figures
Etymology
Etymology Information
'amorini' originates from Italian, specifically the word 'amorino,' where 'amore' meant 'love.'
Historical Evolution
'amorino' transformed into the plural form 'amorini' in Italian, and this form was adopted into English to describe multiple figures.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'little love' in Italian, but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'small cherubic figures in art.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Last updated: 2025/07/19 16:21
