Padovan
/pəˈdoʊ.vən/noun
Relating to the Padovan sequence, a mathematical sequence named after architect Richard Padovan, or to Padua, Italy.
Did you know?The Padovan sequence was popularized by Richard Padovan, who connected its proportions with architecture and the ancient fascination with harmonious form.
Etymological Timeline
Ancient period
Venetic/Latin
Patavium
“Ancient name for the settlement now called Padua; its deeper origin is uncertain.”
Classical Latin
Latin
Patavium
“The Roman name for Padua.”
Medieval Italian
Italian
Padova
“The Italian name of the city of Padua.”
Modern Italian
Italian
padovano
“Of or from Padua.”
20th Century
English
Padovan
“Relating especially to the Padovan sequence, named after Richard Padovan.”
Modern English
English
Padovan
“Connected with the Padovan sequence or, more broadly, with Padua.”