garra — meaning in English

English meaning

• claw noun A sharp, curved nail on the toe of an animal, bird, or reptile.
• grit noun Small, hard particles such as sand, dirt, or grime.
• talon noun A sharp, curved claw belonging to a bird of prey or other predator.

Senses

garra is used for these senses in English:

• grit (idiomatic) Strength of mind; courage or fearlessness; fortitude.
• talon A sharp, hooked claw of a bird of prey or other predatory animal.

claw — full definition

1. noun A sharp, curved nail on the toe of an animal, bird, or reptile.
2. noun A pincer of a crab, lobster, or similar creature.
3. verb To scratch, grip, or tear at something using claws (or fingernails).

grit — full definition

1. noun Small, hard particles such as sand, dirt, or grime.
2. noun Courage, determination, and mental toughness in the face of difficulty.
3. verb To clench (the teeth), especially to endure pain or push through difficulty.

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