Lupercalia

noun

Lu·​per·​ca·​lia ˌlü-pər-ˈkā-lē-ə How to pronounce Lupercalia (audio)
-ˈkāl-yə
: an ancient Roman festival celebrated February 15 to ensure fertility for the people, fields, and flocks
Lupercalian adjective

Word History

Etymology

Latin, plural, from Lupercus, god of flocks

First Known Use

circa 1580, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of Lupercalia was circa 1580

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Cite this Entry

“Lupercalia.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/Lupercalia. Accessed 10 Jun. 2023.

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