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merletto

lace (fabric)

noun mer-LET-toh Rare

Usage Note

Merletto refers specifically to handmade or machine-woven decorative lace, distinct from pizzo, which can also mean simply the edging or trim. Its plural is merletti. Il tombolo is the pillow used in traditional Italian bobbin-lace making, a craft especially associated with Burano and Cantù.

Examples

"I merletti di Burano sono famosi nel mondo."

Natural Translation

Burano lace is famous around the world.

Literal Translation

The laces of Burano are famous in-the world.

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