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клешня́ — meaning in English

kleshnya

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English meaning

chela noun The claw of an animal such as a crab or spider, used for gripping.
claw noun A sharp, curved nail on the toe of an animal, bird, or reptile.
pincers noun A hand tool with two pivoted, blunt jaws used for gripping or pulling.

Senses

клешня́ is used for these senses in English:

chela A pincer-like claw of a crustacean or arachnid. [from Template:SAFESUBST: c.]
pincers The front claws of crustaceans such as lobsters.

claw — full definition

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

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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.

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 Russian words

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