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smaltato

enamelled

adjective zmahl-TAH-toh Rare

Also means

glazed

Usage Note

Smaltato is the past participle of smaltare (to enamel, to glaze) used as an adjective. It describes surfaces coated with enamel: ghisa smaltata (enamelled cast iron), vasca smaltata (enamelled bathtub), piastrelle smaltate (glazed tiles). The feminine is smaltata. Do not confuse with verniciato (painted/varnished) — smaltato implies a hard, glass-like coating.

Examples

"La vasca da bagno smaltata era ancora in ottime condizioni."

Natural Translation

The enamelled bathtub was still in excellent condition.

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