Victoriana

noun

Vic·​to·​ri·​ana (ˌ)vik-ˌtȯr-ē-ˈa-nə How to pronounce Victoriana (audio) -ˈä- How to pronounce Victoriana (audio)
-ˈā-
: materials concerning or characteristic of the Victorian age
also : a collection of such materials

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When Elphaba arrives at Shiz University, Tazewell points out that her silhouette is very much defined by 19th century Victoriana. — Jazz Tangcay, Variety, 3 Mar. 2025 Glen Scotia, Victoriana, Single Malt Scotch Whisky 51.5% ABV, 750 ml. From Campbeltown’s Glen Scotia distillery, Victoriana is inspired by the Victorian era and designed to reflect the aroma and taste profile of single malt Scotch whisky during Victorian times. — Joseph V Micallef, Forbes, 16 Jan. 2025

Word History

Etymology

Queen Victoria + English -ana

First Known Use

1940, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of Victoriana was in 1940

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“Victoriana.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/Victoriana. Accessed 5 Apr. 2025.

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