avignonese
|a-vi-gnon-ese|
/ˌævɪn.jəˈneɪz/
from Avignon / relating to Avignon
Etymology
'avignonese' originates from English formation combining the place-name 'Avignon' with the demonym suffix '-ese', ultimately related to Italian/Latin suffixes meaning 'belonging to'.
'Avignon' derives from Latin 'Avennio' (or 'Avenio') which became French 'Avignon'; the English demonym was formed analogously to Italian/English forms like 'Milanese', producing 'avignonese'.
Initially it simply indicated origin ('from Avignon'); over time it has retained that core meaning and is used as both a noun (a person from Avignon) and an adjective (relating to Avignon).
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a person from Avignon, France; a native or inhabitant of Avignon.
Many Avignonese attend the annual arts festival in the city.
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Adjective 1
of or relating to Avignon (its people, culture, cuisine, architecture, etc.).
The Avignonese cuisine blends Provençal flavors with local specialities.
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Last updated: 2025/12/02 18:16