hampe — meaning in English

English meaning

• ascender noun A person or thing that ascends.
• shaft noun A long, narrow, straight part of a tool, weapon, or machine — such as a handle, pole, or rotating rod that transmits power.

Senses

hampe is used for these senses in English:

• shaft The long, narrow, central body of a spear, arrow, or javelin.

ascender — full definition

1. noun A person or thing that ascends.
2. noun The portion of a lowercase letter that extends above the midline.
3. noun A lowercase letter that has such a portion, such as d or h.
4. noun a mechanical device used for ascending on a rope; ascendeur.

shaft — full definition

1. noun A long, narrow, straight part of a tool, weapon, or machine — such as a handle, pole, or rotating rod that transmits power.
2. noun A vertical or sloped passage sunk into the ground, or a vertical passage in a building housing an elevator or ventilation.
3. noun A narrow beam of light.
4. verb To treat someone unfairly or cheat them, often through deceit.

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