Tick
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British pronunciation/tˈɪk/
American pronunciation/ˈtɪk/

Definice a Význam "tick"

01

klíčci, parazit

any small parasitic arachnid that feeds on the blood of warm-blooded vertebrates
tick definition and meaning

What is a "tick"?

A tick is a small arachnid that feeds on the blood of mammals, birds, and sometimes reptiles and amphibians, known for its parasitic nature and ability to transmit diseases to its hosts. Ticks have flattened bodies and are commonly found in grassy areas, attaching themselves to the skin of animals and humans to feed. They can be carriers of various infectious agents, making them of significant concern for public health.

02

tik, ťuk

a metallic tapping sound
03

lehký matrac, matrace

a light mattress
04

zaškrtnutí, značka

a mark indicating that something has been noted or completed etc.
05

chvíle, okamžik

a very short moment of time
InformalInformal
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I'll be back in a tick, just grabbing my keys.
She hesitated for a tick before answering the question.
Wait here, it'll only take a tick to finish this.
to tick
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tikání, cvakat

to make a repetitive, light, clicking sound, like that of a clock or a machine
Intransitive
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The metronome ticked rhythmically, helping the musician maintain the tempo.
The bomb timer ticked ominously, heightening the tension in the room.
The old engine in the garage started to tick as it warmed up.
02

označit, tiknout

to signal or announce something using a ticking sound or mark
Transitive: to tick sth
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The clock steadily ticked the minutes.
03

zakliknout, označit

to make a checkmark next to an item or select an option on a list or form
Transitive: to tick an item or option
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Please tick the box next to your preferred choice on the registration form.
She ticked each item off her shopping list as she found it in the store.
The teacher asked the students to tick their names on the attendance sheet.
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