italianate

verb, often capitalized

ital·ian·ate | \ ə-ˈtal-yə-ˌnāt,

i-\

italianated; italianating

Definition of italianate

(Entry 1 of 2)

transitive verb

: italianize

Italianate

adjective

Ital·ian·ate | \ ə-ˈtal-yə-nət,

-ˌnāt, i-\

Definition of Italianate (Entry 2 of 2)

: Italian in quality or characteristics

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The first known use of italianate was in 1567

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Italianate

adjective

English Language Learners Definition of Italianate

: showing the influence of the art or culture of Italy

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