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Dwarf
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nano, dwarf
a person who is markedly small
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nano
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.
Nelle fiabe, i nani sono spesso ritratti come abili minatori che vivono sottoterra.
The dwarfs in Norse mythology were known for their craftsmanship and strength.
I nani nella mitologia norrena erano noti per il loro artigianato e la loro forza.
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nano
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.
Proxima Centauri è una stella nana rossa situata nel sistema stellare Alpha Centauri.
Brown dwarfs are substellar objects that are too large to be considered planets but too small to sustain hydrogen fusion.
Le nane brune sono oggetti substellari che sono troppo grandi per essere considerati pianeti, ma troppo piccoli per sostenere la fusione dell'idrogeno.
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nano, dwarfo
a plant or animal that is atypically small
to dwarf
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diminutire, sminuire
make appear small by comparison
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affievolire, frenare
check the growth of
