Word of the Day: Smalto

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Smalto \zmahl-taw\ noun
1. colored glass or similar vitreous material used in mosaic.


Etymology: From Italian smalto 'enamel, glaze', related to smelt (to melt).

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~Gio



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Published on April 04, 2011 08:46
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