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κορφή — meaning in English

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English meaning

crown noun An ornamental headpiece worn by a monarch as a symbol of royal power.

Senses

κορφή is used for these senses in English:

crown The topmost part of the head.
crown (religion) A round spot shaved clean on the top of the head, as a mark of the clerical state; the tonsure.

crown — full definition

noun An ornamental headpiece worn by a monarch as a symbol of royal power.
noun The topmost part of something, such as the head, a hat, or a hill.
noun An artificial cap fitted over a damaged tooth.
verb To formally place a crown on someone, making them monarch.
verb To form the finishing, topmost achievement of something.

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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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