- When trying to decide on where to go for Spring Break next year, my friend decided that she could definitely use some Italyness.
Italyness
noun;
the experiences that are related to visiting the country of Italy. apparent meaning: experiences related to visiting Italy reason used: My friend was quite excited after finally deciding on where to go so she decided to celebrate by creating a new word. She probably used this word to convey all the benefits that the country had to offer
Etymology : Formed from combining Italy + -ness (a noun forming suffix).
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Last modified: 10 June 2008