virtute

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Noun

virtūte

1. ablative singular of virtūs
2. By virtue, character, excellence, courage, or manliness.

   "Virtute et armis" is Mississippi's state motto.

   "Virtute et industria" is the city motto of Bristol.

References

• Merriam-Webster Online Dictionary 2008.

Romanian

Etymology

Borrowed from Latin virtūs, virtutem. See older form vârtute.

Noun

virtute f (plural virtuți)

1. virtue, virtuousness
2. quality, bravery