Longobard

noun

Lon·​go·​bard ˈlȯŋ-gə-ˌbärd How to pronounce Longobard (audio)
ˈläŋ-
plural Longobards also Longobardi ˌlȯŋ-gə-ˈbär-ˌdī How to pronounce Longobard (audio)
ˌläŋ-,
-dē
Longobardic adjective

Examples of Longobard in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web Gastrointestinal infection in Italy during the Roman Imperial and Longobard periods: A paleoparasitological analysis of sediment from skeletal remains and sewer drains. Sean Mowbray, Discover Magazine, 7 Mar. 2024 According to the authors, the Byzantine government wanted to stabilize its control of Central Italy and ensure peace by encouraging members of prestigious Longobard families to live there. Jennifer Ouellette, Ars Technica, 15 Feb. 2023

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Word History

Etymology

Middle English Longobardes, plural, from Latin Langobardi, Longobardi

First Known Use

before the 12th century, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of Longobard was before the 12th century

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Cite this Entry

“Longobard.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/Longobard. Accessed 31 Oct. 2024.

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