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ша́вка — meaning in English

shavka

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English meaning

cur noun A mongrel or low-quality dog, especially one seen as vicious or worthless.

Senses

ша́вка is used for these senses in English:

cur (dated, or, humorous) A contemptible or inferior dog.
cur (dated, or, humorous) A detestable person.

cur — full definition

noun A mongrel or low-quality dog, especially one seen as vicious or worthless.
noun An insult for a cowardly or contemptible person.

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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”.

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