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свети́ло — meaning in English

svetilo

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English meaning

luminary noun Someone widely admired for their great skill or success in a particular field.

Senses

свети́ло is used for these senses in English:

luminary One who is an inspiration to others; one who has achieved success in one's chosen field; a leading light.
luminary (archaic) A body that gives light; especially, one of the heavenly bodies.

luminary — full definition

noun Someone widely admired for their great skill or success in a particular field.
noun A natural body, especially in the sky, that gives off light.
noun A man-made lamp or light.

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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 Russian words

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