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Petrarca

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Petrarca is a noun referring to a popular Italian poet and scholar of the 14th century, Francesco Petrarca. He is considered one of the greatest figures in Italian literature and is known for his sonnets, lyrical poems, and his work in promoting the Italian language.

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Sense 1: Noun - Italian Poet

Francesco Petrarca, commonly known as Petrarca, was a prominent Italian poet during the Renaissance period.

Many consider Petrarca's sonnets to be some of the most beautiful and influential poems ever written.

Sense 2: Noun - Scholar

Petrarca dedicated much of his life to studying and collecting ancient Roman and Greek manuscripts.

As a scholar, Petrarca's writings and insights greatly influenced the development of humanism.

Sense 3: Proper Noun - Surname

Despite being long gone, Petrarca's legacy continues to be celebrated by literary enthusiasts and scholars.

The Petrarca Award is an annual prize given to accomplished Italian writers in recognition of their outstanding contributions to literature.

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