Gregorian
Americanadjective
adjective
Etymology
Origin of Gregorian
1590–1600; < New Latin gregoriānus of, pertaining to Pope Gregory, equivalent to Late Latin Gregori ( us ) + Latin -ānus -an
Example Sentences
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Attempts to bring everyone together meant that while many eastern European countries now use the Gregorian calendar for civil events, they use the Julian one to mark Orthodox festivals.
From BBC ● Mar. 29, 2026
In one sequence, a solemn Gregorian chant pivots to a tango as Grace and Rocky’s ships connect airlock-to-airlock in spinning orbit.
From Los Angeles Times ● Mar. 18, 2026
One Spotify employee got the age of 100 thanks to listening to classical music and Gregorian chants, she said.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Dec. 4, 2025
Many yearn for Masses that echo with medieval traditions – more Latin, more incense more Gregorian chants.
From Seattle Times ● Apr. 30, 2024
While the United States is on the Gregorian calendar, Iran uses the Solar Hijri calendar.
From "Americanized" by Sara Saedi
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