Milanese

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noun

Mil·​a·​nese

ˌmiləˈnēz, 

-ēs

plural milanese

1

: a native or resident of Milan, Italy

2

: the Italian dialect of Milan

3

Milanese : a fine lightweight warp-knitted fabric usually of silk, rayon, or nylon for women's wear characterized by interlocked stitches, resistance to runs, fine diagonal lines

Milanese

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adjective

1

: of or relating to Milan, Italy or its inhabitants

2

: coated with flour or bread crumbs, often seasoned with cheese, and sautéed

veal cutlet Milanese

Word History

Etymology

Noun

Italian, from Milano Milan + Italian -ese, noun suffix

Adjective

Italian, from Milano Milan + Italian -ese, adjective suffix

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Rhymes for Milanese

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• appellees
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• arrestees
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