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acer — meaning in English

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English meaning

  • hot adj Having or giving off a high temperature.
  • maple noun A tree known for its lobed leaves and winged seed pods, many species of which turn brilliant colors in autumn.
  • sharp adj Having a fine edge or point that can cut or pierce easily.
  • sour adjective Having a sharp, acidic taste, like lemon or vinegar.
  • zealous adj Filled with energetic enthusiasm or eagerness, especially for a cause or duty.

Senses

acer is used for these senses in English:

  • hot (of food) Spicy, pungent, piquant, as some chilis and other spices are.
  • maple A tree of the genus Acer, characterised by its usually palmate leaves and winged seeds.
  • zealous Full of zeal; ardent, fervent; exhibiting enthusiasm or strong passion.

hot — full definition

  1. adj Having or giving off a high temperature.
  2. adj Very attractive or sexually appealing.
  3. adj Extremely popular, in demand, or currently exciting.
  4. adj Spicy or pungent in taste.
  5. adj Live, active, or ready for use — for example, a hot microphone or a live electrical wire.

maple — full definition

  1. noun A tree known for its lobed leaves and winged seed pods, many species of which turn brilliant colors in autumn.
  2. noun The wood of this tree, prized for furniture and flooring because it is hard and finely grained.
  3. noun The sweet flavor of maple sap, most familiar in maple syrup.

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