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enlatado

canned

adjective ehn-lah-TAH-doh Rare

Also means

pre-recorded

Usage Note

Enlatado literally means preserved in a tin (lata). Figuratively it describes pre-packaged or formulaic content — risas enlatadas (canned laughter) is the standard term for a studio laugh track. In media contexts it can also refer to pre-recorded as opposed to live broadcast material.

Examples

"Prefiero el atún fresco al enlatado."

Natural Translation

I prefer fresh tuna to canned.

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