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Spine
01
columna vertebral
the row of small bones that are joined together down the center of the back of the body
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The surgeon carefully examined the patient 's spine to assess the extent of the injury.
El cirujano examinó cuidadosamente la columna vertebral del paciente para evaluar la extensión de la lesión.
Proper posture helps maintain the natural alignment of the spine and prevents back pain.
Una postura adecuada ayuda a mantener la alineación natural de la columna vertebral y previene el dolor de espalda.
02
espina
a sharp pointed part that grows on some animals and plants as a means of protection
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The porcupine 's spine can pierce skin easily.
Fish have spines supporting their fins.
03
lomo
the edge of a book that binds all the pages together, usually with the title and the publisher's name appearing on its cover
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The book 's spine was cracked from frequent use.
She read the title on the spine before pulling the book from the shelf.
04
espina, aguijón
a small sharp-pointed tip resembling a spike on a stem or leaf
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The cactus is covered with spines along its stems.
Roses have spines to protect against herbivores.
05
espina, púa
any sharply pointed projection
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The sculpture featured metal spines protruding from its surface.
Icicles hung from the roof like frozen spines.
06
coraje, firmeza de carácter
inner strength, moral courage, or the ability to stand up for oneself
SlangEjemplos
At least he 's got a spine; unlike the others who avoided the tough conversation.
Al menos tiene agallas ; a diferencia de los demás que evitaron la conversación difícil.
She showed spine by presenting her ideas despite opposition.
Ella mostró valor al presentar sus ideas a pesar de la oposición.
Árbol Léxico
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