Clio
Americannoun
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Classical Mythology. the Muse of history.
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any of a group of awards presented annually by the advertising industry for achievement in television commercials.
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a female given name.
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Etymology
Origin of Clio
< Latin < Greek Kleiṓ, equivalent to klei- (stem of kleîn to make famous, celebrate) + -ō suffix used for women's names
Example Sentences
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Some apps have approachable human names — like Dave, Clio, Albert, and Brigit — while others suggest financial freedom: Empower, FloatMe, FlexWage, Rain.
From Seattle Times • Apr. 23, 2024
Developed by Greek telecoms provider Cosmote, the free app’s designers say they hope to build on existing features that include an artificial intelligence-powered virtual guide, Clio.
From Washington Times • Oct. 8, 2023
He is survived by his wife, Clio, who was often seen by his side during official state visits and events, two sons, Giovanni and Giulio, and grandchildren.
From Reuters • Sep. 22, 2023
The couple had two daughters, Fernanda and Clio.
From New York Times • May 20, 2023
Clio was Muse of history, Urania of astronomy, Melpomene of tragedy, Thalia of comedy, Terpsichore of the dance, Calliope of epic poetry, Erato of love-poetry, Polyhymnia of songs to the gods, Euterpe of lyric poetry.
From "Mythology: Timeless Tales of Gods and Heroes" by Edith Hamilton
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