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Dwarf
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νάνος, ξωτικό
a person who is markedly small
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νάνος, dwarf
a fictional, small human-like creature that generally lives under the ground and works in mines
What is a "dwarf"?
A dwarf is a character often depicted as a small, sturdy, and skilled being in various mythologies and fantasy settings. Dwarves are typically portrayed as having a strong connection to the earth, excelling in crafts such as mining, metalworking, and building. In many stories, they are known for their resilience, practicality, and expertise in creating weapons or magical items. Dwarves are commonly featured in folklore and fantasy literature as members of a distinct race with their own cultures and societies, sometimes characterized by their short stature and long beards.
Example
In fairy tales, dwarfs are often portrayed as skilled miners who live underground.
Στα παραμύθια, οι νάνοι απεικονίζονται συχνά ως ικανοί μεταλλωρύχοι που ζουν κάτω από τη γη.
The dwarfs in Norse mythology were known for their craftsmanship and strength.
Οι νάνοι στη νορβηγική μυθολογία ήταν γνωστοί για την τεχνική τους και τη δύναμή τους.
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νάνος, νάνων αστέρι
a star that is relatively small in size or mass and is not very bright
Example
Proxima Centauri is a red dwarf star located in the Alpha Centauri star system.
Η Προξίμα Κενταύρου είναι ένα κόκκινο νάνους αστέρι που βρίσκεται στο αστρικό σύστημα Άλφα Κενταύρου.
Brown dwarfs are substellar objects that are too large to be considered planets but too small to sustain hydrogen fusion.
Οι καφέ νάνοι είναι υποαστρικά αντικείμενα που είναι πολύ μεγάλα για να θεωρηθούν πλανήτες, αλλά πολύ μικρά για να υποστηρίξουν την υδρογόνο σύντηξη.
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νάνος (nános), χαμηλός (chamilós)
a plant or animal that is atypically small
