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rupicapra — meaning in English

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English meaning

caprid adj Relating to the group of ruminant animals that includes goats and sheep.
chamois noun A soft, absorbent piece of leather (traditionally from a goat-antelope of the same name) used for cleaning or polishing surfaces.

Senses

rupicapra is used for these senses in English:

chamois A short-horned goat antelope native to mountainous terrain in southern Europe; Rupicapra rupicapra.

chamois — full definition

noun A soft, absorbent piece of leather (traditionally from a goat-antelope of the same name) used for cleaning or polishing surfaces.
verb To wipe or polish something using a chamois cloth.
adj Having a soft, pale yellowish-tan color, like chamois leather.

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Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

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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”.

Related Italian words

camoscio capra caprino