pristino
pristine
adjective PREES-tee-noh Rare
Origin: From Latin pristinus (former, original)
Also means
original
Usage Note
Pristino is a formal, literary adjective meaning 'in its original, unspoiled state.' It is often used in phrases like ripristinare il pristino stato (to restore to the original condition). In everyday speech Italians more commonly say originario or intatto; pristino carries a slightly elevated register.
Examples
"Il parco è stato restaurato al suo stato pristino."
Natural Translation
The park was restored to its pristine state.

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