lido

noun

li·do ˈlē-(ˌ)dō

plural lidos

Synonyms of lido

: a fashionable beach resort

Examples of lido in a Sentence

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The show will delve into swimming’s evolution over the past century in three locations: the pool, the lido, and nature. —George Nelson For Artnews, Robb Report, 12 Dec. 2024 Escape the ruckus at a beach club, or lido, such as Pettolecchia Il Lido, a luxury spot between Bari and Brindisi. —Elizabeth Heath, Travel + Leisure, 3 June 2024

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Etymology

Lido, Italy

First Known Use

1860, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler

The first known use of lido was in 1860

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Geographical Definition

Lido

geographical name

Li·do ˈlē-(ˌ)dō

island of Italy in the Adriatic Sea separating the Lagoon of Venice and the Gulf of Venice

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