👉 The term "leonato" is a type of literary device used in Italian literature, particularly during the Renaissance period. It refers to the use of the Latin word "leo" which means "leavened bread." This device was introduced by Italian poet and playwright Dante Alighieri and it became popular throughout Europe. In Italian literature, this device can refer to a character's actions or speech that are described as being leavened (i.e., not completely true) but have a certain flavor
