Stretto
Example: Il corridoio è troppo stretto per passare comodamente.
Definition
"Stretto" is an Italian adjective meaning narrow or tight, typically describing spaces or objects that have limited width or room. For example, a corridor that is too narrow to pass through comfortably can be described as "stretto."
Etymology
The word "stretto" comes from the Latin word 'strictus,' which means tight or drawn together. Did you know that "stretto" is related to the English word 'strict,' originally referring to something drawn tight or constrained?
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