bonaventure
1 Americannoun
noun
Etymology
Origin of bonaventure
First recorded in 1490–1500, bonaventure is from the Italian word buonaventura literally, good luck. See bonus, venture
Example Sentences
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Cole had to be creative when he lost a player against St. Bonaventure, leaving the Apaches with four players.
From Los Angeles Times
“It feels like there’s more every day,” St. Bonaventure University basketball GM Adrian Wojnarowski told MarketWatch last year.
From MarketWatch
The Tritons defeated St. Bonaventure in the Division 4 final last year.
From Los Angeles Times
Suddenly, my idea of great architecture broadened beyond the ornate church, grand mansion, distinctive Spanish Colonial or gleaming glass skyscrapers like the Westin Bonaventure hotel.
From Los Angeles Times
Servite 79, St. Bonaventure 38: The Friars improved to 6-1 behind Hugh Hannan, who had 18 points.
From Los Angeles Times
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