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Linas Kvedaravičius
Linas is a Lithuanian male given name. It is the Lithuanian form of the name Linus, which derives from the Greek for "flax". The female equivalent is Lina. Linas may refer to: People * Linas Adomaitis (born 1976), Lithuanian musician * Linas Alsenas (born 1979), American writer * Linas Balčiūnas (born 1978), Lithuanian cyclist *Linas Kleiza (born 1985), Lithuanian basketball player *Linas Klimavičius (born 1989), Lithuanian football player *Linas Linkevičius (born 1961), Lithuanian politician *Linas Pilibaitis (born 1985), Lithuanian football player Other uses *Linas, Essonne, France *Monte Linas, Sardinia, Italy See also *Lina Lina ( ) is an international feminine given name, mostly the short form of a variety of names ending in ''-lina'' including Adelina, Angelina, Carmelina, Carolina, Catalina, Emelina, Evangelina, Evelina, Karolina, Italina, Marcelina, Meli ... * Linas-Montlhéry References {{Given name Lithuanian masculine given names Masculine given n ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Lithuanian Name
A Lithuanian personal name, as in most European cultures, consists of two main elements: the given name () followed by the family name (). The usage of personal names in Lithuania is generally governed (in addition to personal taste and family custom) by three major factors: civil law, canon law, and tradition. Lithuanian names always follow the rules of the Lithuanian language. Lithuanian male names have preserved the Indo-European masculine endings (; ; ). These gendered endings are preserved even for foreign names. ''Vardas'' (given name) A child in Lithuania is usually given one or two given names. Nowadays the second given name is rarely used in everyday situations. As well as modern names, parents can choose a name or names for their child from a long list of traditional names; these include: * Lithuanian names of pre-Christian origin. These are the most ancient layer of Lithuanian personal names; a majority of them are dual- stemmed personal names, of Indo-European or ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Linus (other)
Linus is a male given name. Linus may also refer to: Music * Linus (band), an indie/riot grrrl band * Linus Pauling Quartet, a Houston psychedelic rock band * Linus Entertainment, a Canadian record label * ''(Like) Linus'', the Deftones' first demo tape * ''Linus'' (opera), one of the lost operas by Jean-Philippe Rameau People * Linus (Argive), son of Apollo and Psamathe in Greek mythology * Linus (deejay) (Pasquale Di Molfetta, born 1957), Italian radio host * Linus of Hollywood (Linus Dotson, born 1973), American musical artist * Linus of Thrace, musician and master of eloquent speech in Greek mythology * Linus Pauling (1901–1994), American chemist and winner of two Nobel Prizes (chemistry and peace) * Pope Linus (died c. 76), second Bishop of Rome and Pope of the Catholic Church * Linus Torvalds, creator and lead developer of the Linux kernel Science and technology * LINUS (fusion experiment), an experimental reactor built in 1972 * Linus (moon), a moon of asteroid 2 ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Flax
Flax, also known as common flax or linseed, is a flowering plant, ''Linum usitatissimum'', in the family Linaceae. It is cultivated as a food and fiber crop in regions of the world with temperate climates. In 2022, France produced 75% of the world's supply of flax. Textiles made from flax are known in English as linen and are traditionally used for bed sheets, underclothes, and table linen. Its oil is known as linseed oil. In addition to referring to the plant, the word "flax" may refer to the unspun fibers of the flax plant. The plant species is known only as a cultivated plant and appears to have been domesticated just once from the wild species '' Linum bienne'', called pale flax. The plants called "flax" in New Zealand are, by contrast, members of the genus '' Phormium''. Description Several other species in the genus ''Linum'' are similar in appearance to ''L. usitatissimum'', cultivated flax, including some that have similar blue flowers, and others with wh ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Lina
Lina ( ) is an international feminine given name, mostly the short form of a variety of names ending in ''-lina'' including Adelina, Angelina, Carmelina, Carolina, Catalina, Emelina, Evangelina, Evelina, Karolina, Italina, Marcelina, Melina, Nikolina, Paulina, Rosalina, and Žaklina. Apart from that it can be the feminine form of Lin, Lino, Linos (Λῖνος) or Linus. Languages of origin include: Arabic, English, Italian, Kurdish, Lithuanian, Persian, Russian, Sanskrit, Spanish, Swedish, Turkish. In 2011 and since it was one of the most popular given female names in Germany. ''beliebte-vornamen.de'', accessed August 14, 2012. Lina has been one of the most popular female names in France since 2019. ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Linas Adomaitis
Linas and Simona was a music duo that represented Lithuania in the Eurovision Song Contest 2004. With 26 points, they placed 16th in the semifinal and could not participate in the final. However, they befriended Ruslana, the winner of Eurovision 2004, and together recorded ''Fight for Love and Freedom''. The song was released in their album, ''I Love U'', on 22 July 2005. In 2005, they were representatives of an anti-AIDS campaign in Lithuania. The couple separated in late 2007, ending the duo. Their last work, live album ''Linas and Simona presents UAB MUSIC Live'' featuring Stasys Povilaitis and Violeta Riaubiškytė, was released in February 2008. Members * Linas Adomaitis (born 10 April 1976) came from the family of a professional violinist. He attended music school in his youth and holds a master's degree from the Lithuanian Academy of Music and Theater. Adomaitis started his music career in 1995 with the quartet called L+. The band played in an Rhythm and blues, R&B style. ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Linas Alsenas
Linas Alsenas (born 1979 in Cleveland, Ohio) is a gay Lithuanian-American author and book illustrator. After attending Harvard University, where he was an illustrator for the campus newspaper, he moved to New York City and worked as an editor for ''Interior Design'' magazine and then at Abrams Books for Young Readers. In 2006, Scholastic released his first picture book, ''Mrs. Claus Takes a Vacation'', which he wrote and illustrated. In 2007, Scholastic released ''Peanut'', followed by ''Hello My Name Is Bob'' in 2009. Alsenas is also the author of ''Gay America: Struggle For Equality'', published by Amulet Books in 2008, the first gay history textbook written for teens. The book was an American Library Association The American Library Association (ALA) is a nonprofit organization based in the United States that promotes libraries and library education internationally. It is the oldest and largest library association in the world. History 19th century ...'s Stonewall ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Linas Balčiūnas
Linas Balčiūnas (born 14 February 1978 in Jonava) is a Lithuanian former road and track cyclist, who represented Lithuania at 1996 and 2004 Summer Olympics. During the 2004 UCI Track Cycling World Cup Classics, he won a gold medal at the Moscow Cup with the national pursuit team. Balčiūnas participated at 2005 UCI Road World Championships, where he achieved 43rd place in the time trial. Major results ;1997 : 3rd Road race, National Road Championships ;1998 : 1st Stage 3 Tour of Rhodes : 3rd Tour Beneden-Maas ;1999 : 1st Chrono Champenois : 3rd Tour de la Somme ;2000 : 1st Stage 1b Tour de l'Ain : 2nd Henk Vos Memorial : 2nd Omloop van het Houtland : 3rd Time trial, National Road Championships : 6th Overall Tour de Normandie : 7th Overall Tour du Limousin ;2001 : 2nd Time trial, National Road Championships : 3rd Overall Tour de Picardie ::1st Stage 3a ;2005 : 3rd Overall Tour of Belgium : 3rd Overall Tour du Poitou Charentes ::1st Stage 4a : 7th GP de Fourmies : 7th Ch ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Linas Kleiza
Linas Kleiza (; born January 3, 1985) is a Lithuanian professional basketball executive and former player. Standing at , he played at the small forward and power forward positions. In 2010, he was the Alphonso Ford EuroLeague Top Scorer Trophy winner and a member of the All-EuroLeague First Team. Kleiza represented the senior Lithuanian national basketball team in international competitions. He led them to a bronze medal in the 2010 FIBA World Championship, and was chosen to the All-Tournament Team. He also won a silver medal in the EuroBasket 2013, earning an All-EuroBasket Team selection, and a bronze medal in the EuroBasket 2007. Early years Kleiza was born in Kaunas, Lithuania. At 16 years old he moved to the United States where he attended Montrose Christian School and graduated in 2003. He played on the Lithuanian Junior National Team that won the silver medal at the 2003 FIBA Under-19 World Cup. He led the tournament in scoring, averaging 29.1 points per game on ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Linas Klimavičius
Linas Klimavičius (born 10 April 1989) is a Lithuanian professional Association football, footballer who plays as a Defender (association football), defender for FK Panevėžys, Panevėžys and the Lithuania national football team, Lithuania national team. Career Klimavičius started his career as a teenage prodigy with FK Ekranas, Ekranas and then was promoted to the main-squad team. During 2008–2012, he played in the Ukrainian football clubs. He made a single appearance in the Ukrainian Premier League in a match for FC Dnipro against FC Metalurh Donetsk, Metalurh Donetsk on 19 October 2008. Dinamo București In January 2019, Klimavičius signed a contract with Liga I club FC Dinamo București, Dinamo București. One year later, in January 2020, he was released after 28 games played for Dinamo (27 in Liga I and one game in Cupa României). Politehnica Iasi On 12 January 2020, Klimavičius signed a contract with Liga I club FC Politehnica Iași (2010), FC Politehnica Iași. ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Linas Linkevičius
Linas is a Lithuanian male given name. It is the Lithuanian form of the name Linus, which derives from the Greek for "flax". The female equivalent is Lina. Linas may refer to: People * Linas Adomaitis (born 1976), Lithuanian musician * Linas Alsenas (born 1979), American writer * Linas Balčiūnas (born 1978), Lithuanian cyclist * Linas Kleiza (born 1985), Lithuanian basketball player * Linas Klimavičius (born 1989), Lithuanian football player * Linas Linkevičius (born 1961), Lithuanian politician * Linas Pilibaitis (born 1985), Lithuanian football player Other uses * Linas, Essonne, France *Monte Linas Monte Linas is a massif in the province of South Sardinia, in south-western Sardinia, Italy. It is mostly composed of granite, and includes numerous mineral deposits, such as zinc and lead Lead () is a chemical element; it has Chemical symbol ..., Sardinia, Italy See also * Lina * Linas-Montlhéry References {{Given name Lithuanian masculine given names Masculine ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Linas Pilibaitis
Linas Pilibaitis (born 5 April 1985) is a Lithuanian professional footballer who plays as a attacking midfielder for FK TransINVEST. Club career Pilibaitis was born in Kretinga. He joined Kaunas aged 17 in 2002, gradually working his way into the first team as he developed in the following years. This process was aided by a loan spell at Klaipėda side FK Atlantas in 2004, where he scored his first senior goal. Having played a prominent role in Kaunas's 2006 A Lyga victory, he was loaned to Hearts in January 2007. He made his debut for the ''Jambos'' in a 2–0 victory at Motherwell on 5 March 2007 but returned to Kaunas in August of that year, having made only five appearances for the Hearts first team. Pilibaitis scored the winning goal for Kaunas which knocked out Rangers of the second qualifying tie of the UEFA Champions League on 6 August 2008. He joined than in January 2009 to Győri ETO FC. In July 2012 he started a trial with Israeli club Maccabi Haifa. On 26 Febru ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Linas, Essonne
Linas ( or ) is a commune in the Essonne department in Île-de-France in northern France. The famous motor racing circuit Autodrome de Linas-Montlhéry (often abbreviated as "Montlhéry") is located across the communes of Linas, Bruyères-le-Châtel and Ollainville. Population Inhabitants of Linas are known as ''Linois'' in French. See also *Communes of the Essonne department The following is a list of the 194 communes of the Essonne department of France. The communes cooperate in the following intercommunalities (as of 2025):Official website * Mayors of Essonne Association [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
