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leggero — meaning in English

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English meaning

  • cool adjective Slightly cold; at a mildly low temperature.
  • light noun Brightness that lets people see, from the sun, a lamp, or fire.
  • nimble adj Able to move quickly, lightly, and with easy control.
  • slight adj Small in degree or amount; minor.

Senses

leggero is used for these senses in English:

  • cool Allowing or suggesting heat relief.
  • light (nautical, of a ship) Riding high because of no cargo; by extension, pertaining to a ship which is light.
  • light Low in fat, calories, alcohol, salt, etc.
  • nimble Quick and light in movement or action.
  • slight Minor; small in amount

cool — full definition

  1. adjective Slightly cold; at a mildly low temperature.
  2. adjective Calm and composed, especially under pressure.
  3. adjective (informal) Fashionable, impressive, or admirable.
  4. adjective (informal) Acceptable; fine.
  5. noun A calm, composed manner; one's composure.

light — full definition

  1. noun Brightness that lets people see, from the sun, a lamp, or fire.
  2. noun A source of illumination, such as a lamp or bulb.
  3. verb To set something burning.
  4. verb To illuminate; to provide light for.
  5. adj Not heavy; weighing little.

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