Meaning
Designed to resemble a handwriting style developed in Italy in the 16th century.
Etymology
Origin: Italian
Named after the nation of Italy, as it was first used by an Italian printer, Aldo Manuzio, around 1500. Literally Italy + -ic.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Antonyms
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NYT Puzzle Appearances
Accepted in 16 recorded puzzles:
- 2026-09-08IACEFLT
- 2026-07-18CAEILPT
- 2026-04-05ACTIFLY
- 2026-02-09TACIKLO
- 2026-01-12IATECLZ
- 2025-07-17TALDCIY
- 2025-07-12CATLINU
- 2025-06-07CALTFIE
- 2025-04-25TAMICLY
- 2025-01-20IATDCLW
- 2024-11-30CAILMNT
- 2024-04-28TALECZI
+4 earlier appearances in the archive.