ferrete

Asturian

Noun

ferrete m (plural ferretes)

  1. pollock

Galician

Alternative forms

  • forrete

Etymology

Attested in local 12th century Latin documents.[1] From Old French ferret (little iron object).

Pronunciation

  • IPA(key): /feˈrete̝/

Noun

ferrete m (plural ferretes)

  1. stinger of an insect
    Synonyms: aguillón, ferrón
  2. aiglet
    Synonym: agulleta
  3. pig nose ring
    Synonyms: brinco, ferrato

References

  1. "Ferrete" in Gallaeciae Monumenta Historica.

Spanish

Pronunciation

  • IPA(key): /feˈrete/, [feˈret̪e]

Noun

ferrete m (plural ferretes)

  1. mark; branding; stamp (to mark as one's property)
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