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Mauervorsprung — meaning in English

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English meaning

corbel noun A projecting piece built out from a wall to bear weight resting above it.
ledge noun A narrow flat shelf sticking out from a wall, cliff, or other surface.

Senses

Mauervorsprung is used for these senses in English:

corbel (architectural element) A structural member jutting out of a wall to carry a superincumbent weight.
ledge A shelf on which articles may be laid.

ledge — full definition

noun A narrow flat shelf sticking out from a wall, cliff, or other surface.
noun A ridge or shelf of rock, especially underwater or bearing minerals.

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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”.

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