Minerva

noun

Mi·​ner·​va mə-ˈnər-və How to pronounce Minerva (audio)
: the Roman goddess of wisdom compare athena

Examples of Minerva in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web The outer rim is adorned with plaques representing the Seven Liberal Arts – grammar, logic, rhetoric, music, arithmetic, geometry and astrology -- each overseen by the goddess Minerva, the intricate iconography intended to showcase the intellectual and artistic aspirations of the late 19th century. Jon Haworth, ABC News, 14 July 2024 Staged by Ars Minerva founder and artistic director Céline Ricci, the productions feature esteemed artists including Carrie Hennessey, Kindra Scharich, Sara Couden, and Matthew Lovell, along with members of the Diablo Ballet. Randy McMullen, The Mercury News, 10 July 2024 There were 146 inspections from June 2-22. Minerva Banquet Hall & Catering at 3825 W. Spring Creek Parkway was the only one restaurant receiving a low score, below 80. Nicole Lopez, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 28 June 2024 The Grand Hotel Minerva’s standards and service match those of top-tier establishments. Laura Itzkowitz, Travel + Leisure, 18 June 2024 See all Example Sentences for Minerva 

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Word History

Etymology

Latin

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of Minerva was in the 14th century

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“Minerva.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/Minerva. Accessed 26 Jul. 2024.

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