mirabilia
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A book that lists famous sights in a city from medieval times
- noun
- /mɪˈræbɪliə/
- Archaic
:
maravillas
- Mirabilia Urbis Romae, Rome, 1511, n.p.
Examples
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In medieval libraries, scholars often studied various mirabilia that detailed the wonders of the natural world.
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A travel guide should include the mirabilia of the city, showcasing its historical sites and extraordinary architecture.
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The mirabilia of Florence include stunning cathedrals and famous artworks that attract tourists from around the world.
Surface Forms
mirabilia singular
mirabiliae plural
Etymology
Mirabilia comes from the Latin mirabilis 'wonderful' and the verb mirari 'to wonder'. In the Middle Ages a mirabilia was a 'book of wonders' that listed a city's remarkable sights.