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繩子 — meaning in English

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English meaning

bowstring noun The string of an archer's bow.
fuse noun A safety device containing a component that melts to break an electrical circuit if the current is too high.
string noun A thin cord or length of twisted thread, or a similar thin, flexible strand.

Senses

繩子 is used for these senses in English:

bowstring The string of an archer's bow.
fuse (figurative) A tendency to lose one's temper.

fuse — full definition

noun A safety device containing a component that melts to break an electrical circuit if the current is too high.
verb To melt or blend together, especially under heat.

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C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

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