italianate Meaning, Definition & Usage

I*tal"ian*ate transitive verb

Etymology

Cf. It. italianare.

Definitions

1. To render Italian, or conformable to Italian customs; to Italianize. R. Ascham.

I*tal"ian*ate adjective

Definitions

1. Italianized; Italianated. "Apish, childish, and Italianate." Marlowe.