Florio
[flawr-ee-oh, flohr-]
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noun
John,1553?–1625, English lexicographer and translator.
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We know that Florio was the Italian scholar of his day, and the Court favourite.
A Walk from London to FulhamThomas Crofton Croker
Florio was vain enough to prevaricate on a matter of this nature.
Shakespeare's Lost Years in London, 1586-1592Arthur Acheson
Florio, the Courier, waited on Mr. Barker with his note of invitation.
The Dogs' Dinner PartyUnknown
If Florio mentions it, I suppose Shakespeare may have used it.
The Talk of the Town, Volume 1 (of 2)James Payn
Oh, Florio, 'tis as thou saidst—Carlos was a villain, and deceived me.
A Bold Stroke for a HusbandHannah Cowley
Florio
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