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Italian word

antico

ancient, old, antique

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antique

an old object of value; very old and collectable

⚠️ The trap

These words overlap but 'antique' in English mainly refers to valuable old objects for sale. 'Antico' in Italian is used broadly for anything old or ancient — buildings, eras, customs — not just tradeable objects.

To say "an old object of value; very old and collectable" in Italian:

N/A (partial overlap)

"antico" in English means:

ancient, old, antique

Example

"Il museo conserva molti vasi antichi."

"The museum keeps many ancient vases."

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