taljasto — meaning in English
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English meaning
- jeer noun A mocking remark or reflection.
Senses
taljasto is used for these senses in English:
- block and tackle A system in which a rope, cable, or chain (the tackle) is passed over pulleys enclosed in two (or rarely more) blocks, one fixed and one attached to a load, which is used to gain mechanical advantage to lift or pull heavy loads.
- jeer (nautical, in the plural) An assemblage or combination of tackles, for hoisting or lowering the yards of a ship.