Venetian

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adjective

Ve·​ne·​tian və-ˈnē-shən 

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: of, relating to, or characteristic of Venice, its people, or their dialect

2

: of, relating to, or characteristic of the historical European region of Venetia

venetian

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noun

ve·​ne·​tian və-ˈnē-shən 

plural venetians

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Venetian

a(1)

: a native or inhabitant of Venice

(2)

: a person of Venetian descent

b

: the Italian dialect of Venice

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or venetian cloth

a

: a fine worsted fabric used especially for suits, coats, or dresses and made in twill or satin weave with a napped or clear surface and a lustrous finish

b

: a lustrous sateen used especially for linings

3

: venetian blind

Examples of Venetian in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Adjective

The decor’s highlights include Venetian plaster walls, brass fixtures, sleek wood finishes and custom furniture. —Lisa Lockwood, WWD, 6 Jan. 2025

Furthermore, Bottega Veneta means Venetian shop, which brings us right to the beginning…. —Lilah Ramzi, Vogue, 4 Jan. 2025

Exhibiting to the theme Beyond Boundaries, the majestic Venetian palazzos Bembo and Mora, along with Marinaressa Gardens, hosted a dynamic group exhibition featuring over 200 artists from 51 countries, and with contributions from art and academic institutions. —Nargess Banks, Forbes, 1 Jan. 2025

Right now, all four available colorways (including Venetian paisley and wild prairie) are just $45. —Hillary Maglin, Travel + Leisure, 27 Dec. 2024

Word History

First Known Use

Adjective

1550, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Noun

15th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1a(1)

Phrases Containing Venetian

• Venetian red