reirrei

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Galician

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maruxiña (Coccinella septempunctata)

Alternative forms

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Etymology

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At face value, a reduplication of rei (king) because of its use in children play.

Pronunciation

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Noun

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reirrei f (plural reirreis)

  1. ladybird, ladybug
    Synonyms: barrosiña, catasol, maruxiña, papasol, voaniña, xoana, xoaniña

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