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zwoel — meaning in English

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English meaning

close verb To shut something, removing a gap or opening.
raunchy adjective Crude or sexually explicit in a way that can be humorous or shocking.
sultry adjective Hot and humid, with heavy, still air.

Senses

zwoel is used for these senses in English:

raunchy Sexually seductive.
sultry (weather) Hot and humid; sweltering. [from late 16th c.]
sultry (figuratively) Sexually enthralling.

close — full definition

verb To shut something, removing a gap or opening.
verb To bring something to an end.
verb To stop operating, whether for the day or permanently.
adj Near in distance, time, or relationship.
adj Almost even or evenly matched.

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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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