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Pronunciation: /ɔˈtʊnoʊ/
Definition:
1. The third (trial) season of the year (ane), occurring between summer and winter (verne and hiberne).
2. Time marked by falling leaves (folies), frigid temperatures, and brief days.
3. Season associated with fruitful celebrations and preparation for colder months.
4. Era defined by changing colors in foliage and gradual temperature decline.

Significance:
• It defines the transitional season separating summer and winter (verne and hiberne).
• It emphasizes imagery of colorful landscapes and cooling weather.
• It identifies a critical period in Terra's annual cycle.
• It avoids cumbersome descriptors similar to "fall season” or verbal homophone “fall."
• It simplifies communication regarding seasonal transitions.
• It improves clarity when discussing autumn-related topics.
• It replaces Scandinavian-Germanic terms with Latin-derived equivalents similar to "autumn."

Singular noun: autunno
Adjective: autumnal
Examples:
• "Leaves (folies) turn brilliant tinctures of red and gold during autunno."
• "Harvest festivals celebrate the abundance of fruition matured in autunno."
• "Sweaters and cozy blankets converted to popular accessories in autunno."
• "Pumpkin patches attract families searching for fun activities in autunno."
• "Wine-tasting tours gain popularity as vineyards mature in autunno."
autunno by Dmitrio February 23, 2026
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to stop in the middle of the street for no freaking reason and annoy the crap out of the drivers behind you
Fran: Jeez, is that guy trying to autonnoy us or something?
John: Well, it's obvious that he is, considering the fact that he stopped in the middle of the street for no freaking reason and is annoying the crap out of us right now!

Jimmy: Hmm... I'm in the mood for annoying strangers today... Autonnoying it is!
autonnoy by Celestina W. December 30, 2012
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