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rombo

rhombus

noun ROM-boh Rare
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Origin: From Latin rhombus, from Greek rhombos (spinning top).

Also means

rumble

Usage Note

Rombo has two distinct meanings: the geometric shape (rhombus/diamond) and a deep rumbling sound (il rombo del motore — the roar of the engine). Context distinguishes them easily. The fish 'turbot' is also called rombo in Italian. The plural is regular: i rombi.

Examples

"Il rombo del motore si sentiva da lontano."

Natural Translation

The rumble of the engine could be heard from afar.

Literal Translation

The rumble of-the engine itself heard from far.

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