Befana

See also: befana

Italian

Etymology

From Vulgar Latin, Late Latin epiphania, from Ancient Greek ἐπιφάνεια (epipháneia, “manifestation, striking appearance”).

Proper noun

Befana f

(popular) Epiphany
The old woman who (in legend) brings presents to children at Epiphany.

Synonyms

(Epiphany): Epifania

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