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Habilidades de Palabras SAT 6 - Lección 48

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quay
[Sustantivo]

a structure built along the edge of a body of water, such as a river or an ocean

muelle

muelle

Ex: The quay, lined with old warehouses converted into trendy shops and restaurants , had become a popular destination for locals and visitors alike .
curio
[Sustantivo]

an unusual or interesting object, often small and decorative

curiosidad

curiosidad

caste
[Sustantivo]

a system that divides the people of a society into different social classes based on their wealth, privilage, or profession

casta

casta

diva
[Sustantivo]

a renowned female opera singer

diva

diva

spendthrift
[Sustantivo]

an individual who is in the habit of spending money in a careless and wasteful way

despilfarrador

despilfarrador

Ex: He tried to change spendthrift ways , but old habits were hard to break .
aegis
[Sustantivo]

the protection, support, or sponsorship provided by a particular person, organization, or group

protección

protección

Ex: The peace talks proceeded under aegis of the international community , with diplomats from various countries facilitating negotiations .
dross
[Sustantivo]

something of low quality or little value, often considered rubbish or worthless material

escoria

escoria

Ex: Despite the director 's efforts to cut through dross, the film was criticized for its shallow plot and uninspired performances .
laundress
[Sustantivo]

a woman whose job is to wash and iron clothes and household linens

lavandera

lavandera

Ex: Clara worked as laundress for several households in the neighborhood , earning a living by taking care of their laundry .
chassis
[Sustantivo]

the body or physique of a person

cuerpo

cuerpo

trough
[Sustantivo]

(geology) a long, narrow depression or hollow, often occurring naturally, such as in the landscape or ocean floor

depresión

depresión

Ex: troughs and ridges of sand dunes shift continuously in the desert as a result of wind erosion and deposition .
boon
[Sustantivo]

something that is beneficial or advantageous, like a blessing or favor that is granted

bendición

bendición

mead
[Sustantivo]

an alcoholic beverage made from fermented honey and water

hidromiel

hidromiel

piccolo
[Sustantivo]

the smallest member of the flute family that plays higher notes than the ordinary flute

flautín, pícolo

flautín, pícolo

Ex: piccolo's distinctive tone stood out beautifully during the festive holiday concert .
preamble
[Sustantivo]

an introductory or preliminary section of a book, statute, document, etc. giving information about its purpose

prólogo

prólogo

Ex: The legal brief began with preamble that clarified the case 's background and significance .
axiom
[Sustantivo]

(logic) a statement or proposition that is accepted as true without requiring proof

axioma

axioma

tarantula
[Sustantivo]

a large hairy spider originated in warm regions with venomous fangs that does not spin any webs or threads

tarántula

tarántula

Ex: The scientist carefully handled tarantula, observing its behavior and characteristics .
grouse
[Sustantivo]

a game bird with a fat body and feathered legs that cannot fly and has brownish red plumage

urogallo

urogallo

principle
[Sustantivo]

a fundamental rule that is considered to be true and can serve as a basis for further reasoning or behavior

principio

principio

nadir
[Sustantivo]

the moment in which a situation or life is at its lowest or worst

nadir

nadir

ruth
[Sustantivo]

compassion, kindness, or sympathy shown towards others, especially during times of suffering or distress

compasión

compasión

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