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χαράσσω — meaning in English

charasso

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English meaning

engrave verb To cut letters, patterns, or images into a hard surface, typically metal, stone, or wood.
scratch verb To rub or drag nails, claws, or a sharp point across a surface, especially to relieve an itch or leave a mark.

Senses

χαράσσω is used for these senses in English:

scratch To mark a surface with a sharp object, thereby leaving a scratch (noun).

scratch — full definition

verb To rub or drag nails, claws, or a sharp point across a surface, especially to relieve an itch or leave a mark.
noun A mark, cut, or sound produced by scratching.
verb To withdraw from a race or competition one had previously entered.
noun Informal term for money, especially cash.

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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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