adjective
florentine
FLO-ruhn-tyn
adjective
1
Of or relating to the Italian city of Florence.
"The museum displayed Florentine art from the Renaissance."
2
Cooked or served on a bed of spinach.
"She ordered eggs Florentine for brunch."
noun
1
A thin, chewy biscuit made with nuts and candied fruit, often coated in chocolate.
"He brought a box of florentines for dessert."
How to Use Florentine
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishRelating to Florence, or (in cooking) a dish made with spinach, or a nutty chocolate-coated biscuit.
Common pairings
eggs Florentine
Florentine art
Word Forms
more Florentine comparative, florentines plural, most Florentine superlative
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Etymology
Borrowed from French florentin, ultimately from the Latin name for Florence.