veneti

/ˈvɛnɛti/

Definitions

1. noun

A native or inhabitant of ancient Italy, particularly of the region of Venetia.

“The ancient Veneti were skilled in the art of shipbuilding.”

2. proper noun

A group of tribes that inhabited northern Italy in the Iron Age.

“The archaeological site in northern Italy is home to the remains of the Veneti.”

Synonyms

  • Italians
  • Romans

Antonyms

  • barbarians
  • outsiders