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feminine
/biɾxiniˈðað/
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Translation
virginity
Word origin
From Latin virginitas, from virgo ('maiden, virgin'). The same Latin root gives English 'virgin' and 'virginal'.
- Origin
- Latin
- Root
- virginitas
- English cognates
- virgin, virginal
Grammar
Genderfeminine
Examples
culturas, simbólico.
In some cultures, virginity has a symbolic value.
poema pureza .
The poem speaks of purity and virginity.
.
Virginity was an important theme in that era.
símbolo .
The white flower is used as a symbol of virginity.
Muchas tradiciones valoraban .
Many ancient traditions valued virginity.
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