platan

noun

plat·​an ˈpla-tᵊn How to pronounce platan (audio)

Word History

Etymology

Middle English, from Latin platanus — more at plane entry 4

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined above

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

Dictionary Entries Near platan

Cite this Entry

“Platan.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/platan. Accessed 7 Nov. 2024.

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