stangata

Italian (Fiorentino)

noun
Definitions
  • blow with a bar, shaft, slab, etc.
  • large and unexpected expense, specifically as a result of austerity, increased tariffs, etc.
  • terrible result
  • (soccer) shot

Etymology

Suffix from Italian stanga (shaft, bar).

Origin

Italian (Fiorentino)

stanga

Gloss

shaft, bar

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