"Pretendolino" meaning in English

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Proper name

Etymology: Blend of pretend + Pendolino Etymology templates: {{blend|en|pretend|Pendolino}} Blend of pretend + Pendolino Head templates: {{en-proper noun}} Pretendolino
  1. (rail transport, UK) A British Rail Class 90 train with Mark 3 coaching stock formerly used on services normally operated by Pendolinos. Tags: UK Categories (topical): Rail transportation
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