Perusine
/pəˈruːzɪn/noun
Relating to Perugia, an Italian city formerly known as Perusia.
Did you know?Perugia’s ancient name, Perusia, appears in Roman sources, while its deeper Etruscan origin remains uncertain—an etymological trace from a partly undeciphered culture.
Etymological Timeline
Etruscan period
Etruscan
Perusna
“An ancient form associated with the city later known as Perugia; the exact meaning is uncertain.”
Ancient Rome
Latin
Perusia
“The Roman name for the Umbrian-Etruscan city of Perugia.”
Classical Latin
Latin
Perusinus
“Of or relating to Perusia.”
Medieval Latin
Latin
Perusinus
“Pertaining to Perugia.”
Modern English
English
perusine
“Relating to Perugia or its history.”