villa
|vil/la|
B2
/ˈvɪlə/
luxurious country house
Etymology
Etymology Information
'villa' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'villa,' where it meant 'country house.'
Historical Evolution
'villa' remained largely unchanged from its Latin origin and was adopted into English with the same meaning.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'country house,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a large and luxurious country house in its own grounds.
They spent their summer vacation in a beautiful villa by the sea.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45