palla
nounEtymology Learned borrowing from Latin palla. Doublet of pall.
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Historical A rectangular piece of cloth worn by ladies in Ancient Rome and fastened with brooches.
noun — 2 senses
Etymology Borrowed from Italian palla (“ball”). Doublet of ball.
A traditional Tuscan ball game played in the street.
Etymology Learned borrowing from Latin palla. Doublet of pall.
Historical A rectangular piece of cloth worn by ladies in Ancient Rome and fastened with brooches.
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