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κώλυμα — meaning in English

kolyma

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English meaning

deadlock noun A complete standstill caused by two equally matched sides refusing to give way.
hindrance noun Something that gets in the way or slows progress; an obstacle.

Senses

κώλυμα is used for these senses in English:

deadlock (computing) An inability to continue due to two programs or devices each requiring a response from the other before completing an operation.
hindrance Something which hinders: something that holds back or causes problems with something else.

deadlock — full definition

noun A complete standstill caused by two equally matched sides refusing to give way.
verb To bring negotiations, a process, or a system to a complete standstill.

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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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