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virgen

virgin

noun adjective BEER-hehn Rare
People & Society Religion

Origin: From Latin virgo, virginis (maiden, virgin).

Also means

the Virgin Mary

Usage Note

Virgen as a noun most commonly refers to the Virgin Mary in Spanish-speaking cultures, where la Virgen is a pervasive religious and cultural figure. As an adjective it means untouched or pure (aceite virgen, virgin olive oil; selva virgen, virgin forest). The plural is vírgenes, with an accent shift.

Examples

"La procesión honra a la Virgen del pueblo."

Natural Translation

The procession honors the town's Virgin Mary.

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