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Venetian

Noun - Sense 1:

A native or inhabitant of Venice, a city in Italy.

Example Sentence: The Venetian was known for his skills in glassblowing.

Adjective - Sense 1:

Related to or originating from Venice, a city in Italy.

Example Sentence: We stayed in a Venetian hotel during our trip to Italy.

Adjective - Sense 2:

Having characteristics or features similar to those of the Venetians or their culture.

Example Sentence: The restaurant had a Venetian decor, with gondolas as tables.

Adjective - Sense 3:

Used in reference to blinds or curtains with horizontal slats that can be adjusted to control the amount of light entering a room.

Example Sentence: The living room was adorned with Venetian blinds that allowed just the right amount of sunlight.