Alti
a combining form with the meaning “high,” used in the formation of compound words:
altigram, altitude.
Historical Examples
The Constantinian line of fortifications, therefore, ran a little to the east of the quarter of alti Mermer.
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The other indication is the name alti Mermer (the six columns) given to a quarter in the same neighbourhood.
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combining form
indicating height or altitude: altimeter
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