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Italian

cuneo

/ˈku.ne.o/noun · masculineC2
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Meaning

wedge

  • wedge (tapered block or tool)
  • wedge-shaped formation or tax gap (cuneo fiscale)

In a sentence

Ha inserito un cuneo sotto la porta per tenerla aperta.

He inserted a wedge under the door to keep it open.

Il governo intende ridurre il cuneo fiscale sul lavoro.

The government intends to reduce the tax wedge on labor.

Usa questo cuneo di legno per spaccare il tronco.

Use this wooden wedge to split the log.

Word forms (2)
WordWord forms
cuneomasculine · singular
cuneimasculine · plural

Usage notes

  • Capitalized 'Cuneo' is a major city and province in Piedmont.

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