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Plato

/ˈpleɪ.təʊ/ · name

Meaning

  1. The Greek philosopher, 427–347 BC, follower of Socrates.
  2. A male given name from Ancient Greek.

Etymology / origin

From Middle English Plato, Platon, from Latin Platō, Platōn, from Ancient Greek Πλάτων (Plátōn), from πλατύς (platús, “broad, wide”), either because of Plato's robust body, or wide forehead or the breadth of his eloquence.

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