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Etymology
From L. Horatius, a Roman family name of obscure origin, possibly from Etruscan.
Pronunciation
enPR|hör'as
Proper noun
en-proper noun
- Quintus Horatius Flaccus, a poet and philosopher of the Roman Augustan Age. Born 65 BCE in Venusia, died 27 November, 8 BCE in Rome. Horace was a contemporary and friend of Virgil. Although of low birth, Horace was admired by the Emperor Augustus and was offered, but refused, to become his private secretary.
- given name|male
Translations
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Latin: Quintus Horatius Flaccus
Italian: Orazio
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Spanish: Horacio
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sr:Horace
fi:Horace
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