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telkkari — meaning in English

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English meaning

box noun A rigid container, typically rectangular, with a lid or flaps, used to hold or transport things.
telly noun British informal word for television, either the broadcast medium or the physical set.

Senses

telkkari is used for these senses in English:

box (slang, preceded by the) The television.
idiot box (idiomatic, chiefly, US, and, Canada) Television.

box — full definition

noun A rigid container, typically rectangular, with a lid or flaps, used to hold or transport things.
verb To put something into a box or boxes.
verb To fight an opponent using the fists, typically wearing padded gloves, as a sport.

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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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