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ingombro

/iŋˈɡombro/noun · masculineB2
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Meaning

bulk; clutter

  • the space taken up by something bulky
  • a bulky object that gets in the way
  • clutter or obstruction in a space

In a sentence

Questo mobile crea troppo ingombro in salotto.

This piece of furniture takes up too much space in the living room.

Qual è l'ingombro esatto di questo mobile?

What are the exact dimensions of this piece of furniture?

Non voglio altri oggetti di ingombro in casa.

I don't want any more bulky objects in the house.

Word forms (2)
WordWord forms
ingombromasculine · singular
ingombrimasculine · plural

Usage notes

  • Often used in phrases like prendere ingombro or creare ingombro.
  • Do not confuse with ingombrare, the verb meaning 'to clutter' or 'block'.
  • In home contexts, often refers to size and lack of free space.

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