Zamboni
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See also: zamboni
English[edit]
Etymology[edit]
From the surname of the inventor, Frank J. Zamboni, and his brand of such machines.
Zamboni was originally (and may still be) a trademark of Frank J. Zamboni & Co. Inc.. Its use in the general sense is an example of trademark erosion.
The surname itself is of Italian origin, as a northeastern dialectal variant (possibly Venetian) of Giambono, comprised of a reduced form of Gianni (from Giovanni (“John”)) + Bono or buono (“good”). Frank Zamboni's father originated from Arsio in Trentino, northern Italy.
Pronunciation[edit]
Noun[edit]
Zamboni (plural Zambonis)
- An ice resurfacing machine used to groom skating rinks, especially for professional use.
- For quotations using this term, see Citations:Zamboni.
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Translations[edit]
ice resurfacer — see ice resurfacer
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Italian[edit]
Etymology[edit]
(This etymology is missing or incomplete. Please add to it, or discuss it at the Etymology scriptorium.)
Proper noun[edit]
Zamboni m or f by sense
- a surname
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