ciof

Ladin

Etymology

Of uncertain origin.
Alton Joh. and Gartner Th. refer to Schöpf, Tiroler Idiotikon "tschaup", which is further not helpful.[1]

Noun

ciof m (plural ciofs)

  1. (Gherdëina) flower
    Chisc ciofs ie sëc. ― These flowers are dry.
    Lecordete de blandé i ciofs. ― Remember to water the flowers.
    Tlupé n ciof. ― To pick a flower.
    N maz de ciofs. ― A bouquet.

Alternative forms

Derived terms

  • ciof da Unissant (“chrysanthemum”)
  • ciof dal tëune (“rhododendron”)
  • ciof dla ronia (“autumn crocus”)
  • ciof nevicé (“bridal bouquet”)

References

  1. ^ Wörterbuch der Grödner Mundart.- (Schlern-Schriften ; 23) - Arcangjul Lardschneider [1]. Teßmann
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