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estancia — meaning in English

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English meaning

  • cell noun The smallest basic unit of a living organism, capable of growing and reproducing itself.
  • lounge verb To relax or recline in a lazy, unhurried way.
  • sojourn noun A short stay somewhere.
  • stay verb To remain in a place rather than leaving.

Senses

estancia is used for these senses in English:

  • cell A room in a prison or jail for one or more inmates. [from 18th c.]
  • lounge (British) The living room or sitting room of a house.
  • sojourn A short stay somewhere.
  • stay Restraint of passion; prudence; moderation; caution; steadiness; sobriety.

cell — full definition

  1. noun The smallest basic unit of a living organism, capable of growing and reproducing itself.
  2. noun A small locked room in a prison or police station.
  3. noun A device that stores electrical energy, used alone or grouped into a battery.
  4. noun A small group forming part of a larger, often secretive, organization.

lounge — full definition

  1. verb To relax or recline in a lazy, unhurried way.
  2. noun A room or area meant for relaxing, such as a living room, waiting area, or bar-like venue.
  3. noun A long, comfortable couch or sofa.

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