sɛmɪˈænə

Definitions

1. noun

A semi-final or semi-finalist, especially in sports or music competitions.

“She was a semianna in the regional singing competition last year.”

2. proper noun

A reference to Anna, the daughter of the semi-divine Greek gods, or Anna, the wife of King David in the Bible.

“The name semianna is derived from the Latin word ‘Anna’.”