venetian

/vɛnɪˈteɪn/

Definitions

1. adjective

relating to or characteristic of Venice or its people

“The Venetian architecture of the palace was breathtaking.”

2. noun

a person from Venice or of Venetian descent

“The Venetian merchant had traveled extensively throughout Europe.”

3. noun

a person who makes or sells masks, especially in Venice

“He was a skilled Venetian, crafting beautiful Carnival masks.”

4. adjective

describing a style of glassmaking that originated in Venice

“The Venetian glass vase was a masterpiece of craftsmanship.”

Synonyms

  • Byzantine
  • Doge
  • Venetian
  • Venice

Antonyms

  • non-Venetian
  • non-Venice