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Violet
Violet flower
Origin
Latin
Used in
en
Origin and meaning of Violet
Violet comes from the Latin viola, the violet flower, by way of the Old French violette. A symbol of modesty, delicacy and faithfulness, it belongs to the family of flower names that blossomed in the Victorian era. It is typical of the Anglo-Saxon world, where it now enjoys fresh popularity, prized for its vintage note and the colour it recalls; related forms such as Italian Viola, French Violette and Spanish Violeta carry it across Europe.
Variants around the world
How Violet is said in other languages.
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