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Definitions

Noun

1. 1
   A native or inhabitant of Bergamo
2. 2
   A rustic dance, supposedly typical of the region

Adjective

1. 1
   Of or characteristic of Bergamo, Italy. not-comparable

   ""Will it please you to see the epilogue, or to hear a Bergomask dance between two of our company?""

Example

More examples

""Will it please you to see the epilogue, or to hear a Bergomask dance between two of our company?""

Etymology

From the Italian bergamasco (“from Bergamo”), itself from German Bergheim (“mountain home”).

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