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n. an Italian farmer.
The Century Dictionary and Cyclopedia
n. In Italy, a countryman or peasant; a rustic.
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n. an Italian farmer
Word Usage
"Italy, ask your contadino, that is, the next country-fellow you meet, some question, and presently he ballots you an answer with a nod, which is affirmative; or a shake with his head, which is the negative box; or"