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остро́та — meaning in English

ostrota

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English meaning

  • acuity noun Sharpness — of vision, hearing or thought.
  • crack verb To break, split, or form a line of damage without falling completely apart.
  • heat noun The energy or sensation of high temperature; warmth.
  • jest noun A remark or action meant as a joke rather than seriously.
  • joke noun A short story or remark meant to make people laugh.
  • one-liner noun A joke told in a single sentence, with the setup and the punchline packed into one line.
  • quip noun A short, clever, often slightly cutting remark made quickly in conversation.
  • sally noun A sudden dash out from a defended position to attack, or a similar sudden burst of activity.
  • sharpness noun The quality of having a fine edge or point.
  • witticism noun a witty remark; a bon mot; an epigram; a zinger.

Senses

остро́та is used for these senses in English:

  • acuity Sharpness or acuteness, as of a needle, wit, etc.
  • bon mot A clever saying, phrase, or witticism; often, a witty riposte in dialogue.
  • crack A sharply humorous comment; a wisecrack.
  • heat (uncountable) An attribute of a spice that causes a burning sensation in the mouth.
  • jest (archaic) An act performed for amusement; a joke.
  • joke Something said or done for amusement, not in seriousness.
  • one-liner A short joke, especially one of a single sentence.
  • quip A smart, sarcastic turn or jest; a taunt; a severe retort or comeback; a gibe.

crack — full definition

  1. verb To break, split, or form a line of damage without falling completely apart.
  2. verb To solve a difficult problem or figure something out.
  3. verb To break down or give in under pressure, especially during questioning or stress.
  4. verb To make a joke.
  5. noun A thin line or split in a surface.

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