Pontine en · ADJ · etymology 1
Etymology
Latin Pontinus or Pomptinus, an appellation given to a district in Latium, near Pometia.
Meanings
- Of or relating to the Pontine Marshes, a formerly extensive swampy area between Rome and Naples. The area has since been drained and reclaimed and is today mostly used for agriculture.
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| more Pontine | Degree=Cmp | lexicographic | |
| most Pontine | Degree=Sup | lexicographic |