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постаме́нт — meaning in English

postament

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English meaning

pedestal noun The base that supports a column, statue, vase, or similar object.
plinth noun A flat block that a column, statue, or similar structure stands on.

Senses

постаме́нт is used for these senses in English:

pedestal (architecture) The base or foot of a column, statue, vase, lamp.
plinth A block or slab upon which a column, pedestal, statue or other structure is based.

pedestal — full definition

noun The base that supports a column, statue, vase, or similar object.
noun A position of great honor or admiration.

plinth — full definition

noun A flat block that a column, statue, or similar structure stands on.
noun (building) The lowest layer of bricks or stones in a wall.
noun The low base that a cabinet stands on.

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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”.

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