"pizzica" meaning in English

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Noun

Etymology: Borrowed from Italian pizzica. Etymology templates: {{bor|en|it|pizzica}} Italian pizzica Head templates: {{en-noun|?}} pizzica
  1. (dance) A popular traditional dance of Italy, originating on the Salento peninsula. Categories (topical): Dance Related terms: pizzicata
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