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signore

1

[ sin-yawr-ey, -yohr-ey; Italian see-nyaw-re ]

noun

, plural si·gno·ri [sin-, yawr, -ee, -, yohr, -ee, see-, nyaw, -, r, ee].
  1. a conventional Italian title of respect for a man, usually used separately; signor.


signore

2

[ sin-yawr-ey, -yohr-ey; Italian see-nyaw-re ]

noun

  1. the Italian plural of signora.

signore

/ siːnˈjɔːriː; siɲˈɲore /

noun

  1. an Italian man: a title of respect equivalent to sir
“Collins English Dictionary — Complete & Unabridged” 2012 Digital Edition © William Collins Sons & Co. Ltd. 1979, 1986 © HarperCollins Publishers 1998, 2000, 2003, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2012


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Word History and Origins

Origin of signore1

1585–95; < Italian < Latin senior; senior
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Word History and Origins

Origin of signore1

Italian, ultimately from Latin senior an elder, from senex an old man
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Example Sentences

"If the signore solves it himself, then I cannot be charged with revealing the truth," was the man's diplomatic reply.

"I am not here to reveal to you who they are, signore, only to warn you to have a care of yourself," was the Italian's reply.

Signore, foam shall suffice to teach obedience—thou hast heard the most gracious will of the Senate.

Thank you, Signore, but we will depart forthwith, for there is no tarrying in this house.

Our blessed Lady and all the saints reward you, dear Signore!

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