citramontane
/ˌsɪtrəˈmɒnteɪn/Now historical
adjective
That is or relates to this (i.e. the nearer) side of the mountains (usually specifically the Alps); = cismontane. Opposed to ultramontane.
- Chiefly with reference to the Alps as viewed from Italy, especially in connection with the historical division between Italians and foreigners which was formerly observed at some Italian universities..
noun
An inhabitant or native of an area or country on this (i.e. the nearer) side of the mountains, specifically the Alps. Opposed to ultramontane.
Origin
Early 17th century; earliest use found in Fynes Moryson (?1566–1630), traveller and writer. From post-classical Latin citramontanus from classical Latin citrā- + montānus.