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corredo

/korˈre.do/noun · masculineC2
Extended vocabulary · Vocabulary rank 6,620

Meaning

trousseau; kit, set

  • traditional trousseau (household linens and clothing prepared for marriage)
  • set of tools, accessories, or equipment needed for an activity
  • biological genetic makeup (corredo genetico)

In a sentence

La nonna ha preparato il corredo per il matrimonio della nipote.

The grandmother prepared the trousseau for her granddaughter's wedding.

Il corredo genetico determina molte caratteristiche fisiche.

The genetic makeup determines many physical traits.

La macchina fotografica viene venduta con un ricco corredo di accessori.

The camera is sold with a rich set of accessories.

Word forms (2)
WordWord forms
corredomasculine · singular
corredimasculine · plural

Usage notes

  • Common in science in the collocation 'corredo genetico' (genetic makeup / chromosome set).

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