frilly

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frilly(
frih
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An adjective is a word that describes a noun (e.g., the big dog).
adjective
a. de volantes
I love the frilly sleeves on this top.Me encantan las mangas de volantes de esta camisa.
b. de volados (Andes)
Regionalism used in Paraguay
(Paraguay)
(River Plate)
The dancers were wearing frilly skirts.Las bailarines llevaban faldas de volados.
c. de holanes
Regionalism used in Mexico
(Mexico)
All the girls on the stage were wearing frilly dresses.Todas las muchachas en el escenario llevaban vestidos de holanes.
2.
An offensive word or phrase used to degrade a person or group of people based on race, gender, sexual preference, etc. (e.g., redneck).
(pejorative)
(overly ornate)
a. recargado
I'm not crazy about the outside of the house. It's just too frilly.No me vuelve loco el exterior de la casa. Está demasiado recargado.
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