Milanese

adjective

Mil·a·nese ˌmi-lə-ˈnēz

-ˈnēs

: of, relating to, or characteristic of Milan, Italy or its inhabitants

Milanese noun

plural Milanese

Word History

First Known Use

1569, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of Milanese was in 1569

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“Milanese.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/Milanese. Accessed 16 Mar. 2026.

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Last Updated: 24 Feb 2026 - Entry added

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