Latin/Greek Word Etymologies
Discussions focus on the etymological origins of words and names, particularly tracing them to Latin or Greek roots and influences in Romance languages and English.
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It still refers to the same latin word so not sure what you're arguing about.
Interesting that the name is in Latin rather than Greek.
I think all Latin languages as well. From "locus" meaning place.
Author here—yup, it’s based on the Italian word.
It's also 'Earth/land' in Latin :)
This word is common in latin based languages.
Thanks - I'll try it out. You're correct that the term comes directly from Latin.
Did Google not give me Greek and Latin etymologies?
How appropriate for a Thesaurus of Ancient Greek to have a... Latin name? Wait a minute...
The Latin word is actually alia. It could be a pun from Wolfe, but it could also be a typo.