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amurada — meaning in English

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English meaning

bulwark noun A strong wall built for defence.

Senses

amurada is used for these senses in English:

bulwark (nautical) The planking or plating along the sides of a nautical vessel above her gunwale that reduces the likelihood of seas washing over the gunwales and people being washed overboard.
gunwale The top edge of the hull of a nautical vessel, where it meets the deck.

bulwark — full definition

noun A strong wall built for defence.
noun Something or someone that protects against harm.
noun A barrier built out into the sea to protect a coast or harbour from waves.
noun The raised side of a ship above deck level, which stops waves and people from going overboard.

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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”.

Related Portuguese words

baluarte aposturas