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gomitolo — meaning in English

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English meaning

ball noun A round or roughly spherical object, especially one used in sports and games.
clew noun In sailing, the lower corner of a sail, or the metal loop fitted there, to which a sheet is attached for trimming the sail.

Senses

gomitolo is used for these senses in English:

ball A quantity of string, thread, etc., wound into a spherical shape.
clew (archaic) A ball of thread or yarn.

ball — full definition

noun A round or roughly spherical object, especially one used in sports and games.
noun A large, formal social gathering for dancing.
verb To form or roll something into a round shape.

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C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

Related Italian words

coglione palla ballo ball balla boiate palle pallone scopare trombare bugna