signore

¹

[ sin-yawr-ey, -yohr-ey; Italian see-nyaw-re ]

noun

, plural si·gno·ri [sin-, yawr, -ee, -, yohr, -ee, see-, nyaw, -, r, ee].

1. a conventional Italian title of respect for a man, usually used separately; signor.

signore

²

[ sin-yawr-ey, -yohr-ey; Italian see-nyaw-re ]

noun

1. the Italian plural of signora.

signore

/ siːnˈjɔːriː; siɲˈɲore /

noun

1. an Italian man: a title of respect equivalent to sir

Word History and Origins

Origin of signore¹

1585–95; < Italian < Latin senior; senior

Word History and Origins

Origin of signore¹

Italian, ultimately from Latin senior an elder, from senex an old man

Example Sentences

"If the signore solves it himself, then I cannot be charged with revealing the truth," was the man's diplomatic reply.

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"I am not here to reveal to you who they are, signore, only to warn you to have a care of yourself," was the Italian's reply.

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Signore, foam shall suffice to teach obedience—thou hast heard the most gracious will of the Senate.

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Thank you, Signore, but we will depart forthwith, for there is no tarrying in this house.

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Our blessed Lady and all the saints reward you, dear Signore!

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