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to rake
01
nivelar, retificar
to make a ground surface become level or smooth, using a special gardening tool
Example
He rakes the soil in the garden to prepare it for planting.
Ele retifica o solo no jardim para prepará-lo para o plantio.
She rakes the leaves in the yard to keep it tidy.
Ela retifica as folhas no quintal para mantê-lo arrumado.
02
arrastar, raspar
to pull or drag something in a sweeping motion
Transitive: to rake sth through sth | to rake sth across sth
Example
He raked the sled across the snow, leaving a trail behind.
She raked the brush through the wet paint to create a smooth finish.
03
racar, capinar
to gather or move something using a rake or a similar tool
Transitive: to rake sth
Example
He raked the leaves into a big pile in the backyard.
They spent the afternoon raking the leaves into bags for disposal.
04
arranhar, raspar
to scratch or scrape something, especially skin, with a sweeping or fast motion
Transitive: to rake the skin
Example
He accidentally raked his arm against the rough surface.
The cat ’s claws raked his leg as it jumped onto his lap.
05
vasculhar, revirar
to search through something in a quick, disorganized manner
Intransitive: to rake through a space or container
Example
He raked through the drawer looking for his missing keys.
She raked through her bag, trying to find her phone.
06
arar, varrer
to move over something in a smooth, sweeping motion
Intransitive
Example
The wind raked across the plains, bending the tall grass.
Her fingers raked through the sand as she searched for shells.
Rake
01
rabeador, anca
a gardening tool with metal teeth attached to a long wooden handle, primarily used for gathering dead leaves or marking a spot on the ground
What is a "rake"?
A rake is a gardening tool with a long handle and a set of curved or straight teeth at the end, used for gathering leaves, grass, or other debris from the ground. It is also useful for leveling soil, spreading mulch, or breaking up clumps of material. Rakes come in different designs, including those for lawns, gardens, and yard work, with some being lightweight and others designed for heavy-duty tasks. The tool helps keep outdoor areas clean and tidy by easily collecting and moving materials.
02
inclinação, declive
degree of deviation from a horizontal plane
03
bon vivant, playboy
a dissolute man in fashionable society
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