apresto

Definitions of apresto
  1. noun
    the act of making something ready
    synonyms: aparejo, cebado, cebadura, cebo, imprimación
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    type of:
    preparativo
    the activity of putting or setting in order in advance of some act or purpose
  2. noun
    gear consisting of a set of articles or tools for a specified purpose
    synonyms: equipaje, equipo, juego
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    types:
    botiquín
    kit consisting of a set of bandages and medicines for giving first aid
    ajuar, canastilla, canastillo
    kit consisting of a complete outfit (clothing and accessories) for a new baby
    costurero, neceser
    a kit of articles used in sewing
    type of:
    accesorios, chisme, parafernalia
    equipment consisting of miscellaneous articles needed for a particular operation or sport etc.
  3. noun
    any glutinous material used to fill pores in surfaces or to stiffen fabrics
    synonyms: aparejo, encolado
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