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A sharp steel tool used by engravers for cutting designs into metal or wood (a burin or graver).
“O artesão usou o buril para esculpir os detalhes finos na placa de prata.”
To consume or be consumed by fire; to undergo combustion.
“The logs began to burn brightly in the fireplace.”
The archaic second-person singular present indicative form of 'burn', meaning to be on fire or to consume with fire when addressed to 'thou'.
“Thou burnest with a passion that few can comprehend.”
A unit of capacity for dry measure, equivalent to 8 gallons or 35.2 liters (specifically used for agricultural produce).
“The orchard produced thousands of bushels of apples this autumn.”
A close-fitting, strapless garment for women that covers the torso and is designed to shape and support the bust, often worn as a top or as lingerie.
“She wore a black lace bustier paired with a high-waisted skirt for the evening gala.”
A location characterized by a high level of activity, constant movement, bustling crowds, and frequent commotion.
“The central railway station is always a busy place during the morning rush hour.”
The quality or state of being buxom; specifically, having a full-bosomed, curvaceous, and healthy physical appearance.
“The portrait celebrated the buxomness of the Renaissance ideal, emphasizing health and fertility.”
To completely believe in, accept, or support an idea, theory, or plan.
“She didn't buy into the company's new corporate strategy.”
A road built around a town or congested area to relieve traffic; an alternative route.
“The new bypass has significantly reduced traffic congestion through the town center.”
Used in writing to direct the reader to look at another passage or source for comparison or contrast.
“The economic impact of the policy is significant (cf. Smith, 2018, for a contrasting view).”
A foolish, stupid, or dull-witted person.
“I felt like a total cabbagehead for forgetting my keys inside the locked car.”
A thick rope or wire of metal, typically used for supporting bridges or heavy loads, or for transmitting electricity and television signals.
“The bridge is suspended by massive steel cables.”
A car with a folding or retractable roof; a convertible.
“They drove along the coastal highway in a vintage red cabriolet with the top down.”
Involving or producing a harsh, discordant mixture of unpleasant sounds.
“The modern art installation was accompanied by a cacophonic jumble of industrial noises.”
Behavior that is ungentlemanly, dishonorable, rude, or inconsiderate, especially toward women.
“His blatant caddishness was revealed when he bragged about his romantic conquests to his friends.”