An Etymological Dictionary of Astronomy and Astrophysics

A combination of qualities that pleases the mind.

Etymology (EN): M.E. be(a)ute, from O.Fr. beautez, beltet “beauty, seductiveness, beautiful person” from V.L. bellitatem (nominative bellitas) “state of being handsome,” from L. bellus “pretty, charming.”

Etymology (PE): Zibâyi, from zibâ “beautiful,” related to zib “beauty, elegance, ornament,” zibidan “to suit, to adorn.”