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Billet
01
sistemazione, alloggio
temporary accommodations for soldiers, often in civilian homes
Example
The soldiers were given billets in nearby civilian homes during the war.
Durante la guerra, ai soldati furono date sistemazioni in case civili vicine.
After a long day of training, they returned to their billets for rest.
Dopo una lunga giornata di addestramento, sono tornati alle loro sistemazioni per riposare.
Old useExample
During the war, soldiers often sent billets to their loved ones back home.
Durante la guerra, i soldati spesso inviavano note ai loro cari a casa.
She smiled as she read the billet he had sent her earlier that morning.
Sorrise mentre leggeva il biglietto che le aveva mandato più presto quella mattina.
03
blocco di legno, tronco di legno
a large, solid block or length of wood
Example
The carpenter shaped a billet of oak into a sturdy table leg.
Il falegname ha modellato un blocco di legno di quercia in una gamba robusta per un tavolo.
The fireplace was stocked with billets of wood for the winter nights.
Il camino era rifornito di blocchi di legno per le notti invernali.
3.1
billet, ramo di metallo
a piece of metal, usually prepared for shaping or refining in manufacturing
Example
The steel factory produced billets that were later shaped into beams.
La fabbrica d'acciaio ha prodotto billet, ramo di metallo che sono stati successivamente modellati in travi.
After smelting, the metal was poured into billets for processing.
Dopo la fusione, il metallo è stato versato in billet, ramo di metallo per la lavorazione.
04
billette, billetto
decorative elements used in medieval architecture, especially in Romanesque designs
What is a "billet"?
A billet is a decorative element in architecture that consists of a series of short, cylindrical or rectangular shapes, often resembling small blocks or logs. This design is typically used as a pattern in moldings or as part of a decorative band, adding texture and visual interest to a structure. Billets can be made from various materials, including stone, wood, or plaster, and are commonly found in styles such as Romanesque and Gothic architecture. They enhance the overall aesthetic of a building, contributing to its character and detail.
Example
The cathedral ’s arches were decorated with rows of billets in the Norman style.
Le archi della cattedrale erano decorati con file di billette nello stile normanno.
Each column was intricately carved, with billets forming part of the design.
Ogni colonna era intricatamente scolpita, con billette che facevano parte del design.
05
billette, billetto
a shape used in heraldic designs, symbolizing strength or nobility
Example
The family crest featured a silver billet on a red background.
Lo stemma della famiglia presentava una billette d'argento su uno sfondo rosso.
The knight 's shield displayed three golden billets, symbolizing his achievements.
Lo scudo del cavaliere mostrava tre billette d'oro, simboleggiando i suoi successi.
to billet
01
alloggiare, acquartierare
to provide lodging, especially for military personnel, typically in civilian homes or non-military facilities
Transitive: to billet sb | to billet sb somewhere
Example
The commander billeted the soldiers in local homes during the campaign.
Il comandante alloggiò i soldati nelle case locali durante la campagna.
Refugees were billeted in community centers after the disaster.
Dopo il disastro, i rifugiati sono stati alloggiati nei centri comunitari.
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