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词汇 pentito
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Definition of pentito in English:

pentito

noun pɛnˈtiːtəʊ
  • Originally and chiefly in Italy: a person formerly involved in criminal activity (especially as a member of the Mafia) who collaborates with law-enforcement authorities in return for a lenient sentence or immunity from prosecution; an informer.

Origin

1980s; earliest use found in Associated Press Newswire. From Italian pentito use as noun of pentito repentant, past participle of pentirsi to repent.

Definition of pentito in US English:

pentito

nounpɛnˈtiːtəʊ
  • Originally and chiefly in Italy: a person formerly involved in criminal activity (especially as a member of the Mafia) who collaborates with law-enforcement authorities in return for a lenient sentence or immunity from prosecution; an informer.

Origin

1980s; earliest use found in Associated Press Newswire. From Italian pentito use as noun of pentito repentant, past participle of pentirsi to repent.

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