Augustus

proper nounattested in dialogue

//ɔːˈɡʌstəs//
//əˈɡʌstəs//

The Roman emperor Augustus, also called Gaius Julius Caesar Octavianus (63 B.C.E. – 14 C.E.); heir to Julius Caesar

proper noun

1
The Roman emperor Augustus, also called Gaius Julius Caesar Octavianus (63 B.C.E. – 14 C.E.); heir to Julius Caesar
And it came to pass in those days, that there went out a decree from Caesar Augustus that all the world should be taxed.
2
A male given name from Latin, risen in popularity since the 18th century.

Etymology

From Latin Augustus, from augustus (“majestic, venerable”). Doublet of august and August.

august · Awe-inspiring, majestic, noble, venerable.August · The eighth month of the Roman, Julian, and Gregorian…Augustine · A male given name from Latin, notably borne by Saint…

Augustus · The Roman emperor Augustus, also called Gaius Julius Caesar Octavianus (63 B.C.E. – 14 C.E.); heir to Julius Caesar

aunt · The sister or sister-in-law of one’s parent.auntie · Term of familiarity or respect for a middle-aged or elderly…Auntie · The BBC.

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