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Webster 1913 Edition
Aldine
Al′dine
(?; 277)
, Adj.
(Bibliog.)
An epithet applied to editions (chiefly of the classics) which proceeded from the press of
Aldus
Manitius, and his family, of Venice, for the most part in the 16th century and known by the sign of the anchor and the dolphin. The term has also been applied to certain elegant editions of English works. Definition 2024
Aldine
Aldine
See also: aldine
English
Adjective
Aldine (not comparable)
- Of or pertaining to the publications of Aldo Manuzio, Venetian printer
- Describing the typography used in these publications
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References
- OED 2nd edition 1989