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Spine
01
coluna vertebral
the row of small bones that are joined together down the center of the back of the body
Exemplos
The surgeon carefully examined the patient 's spine to assess the extent of the injury.
O cirurgião examinou cuidadosamente a coluna vertebral do paciente para avaliar a extensão da lesão.
Proper posture helps maintain the natural alignment of the spine and prevents back pain.
A postura adequada ajuda a manter o alinhamento natural da coluna vertebral e previne dores nas costas.
02
espinho, aguilhão
a sharp pointed part that grows on some animals and plants as a means of protection
Exemplos
The porcupine 's spine can pierce skin easily.
Fish have spines supporting their fins.
03
lombo, encadernação
the edge of a book that binds all the pages together, usually with the title and the publisher's name appearing on its cover
Exemplos
The book 's spine was cracked from frequent use.
She read the title on the spine before pulling the book from the shelf.
04
espinho, aguilhão
a small sharp-pointed tip resembling a spike on a stem or leaf
Exemplos
The cactus is covered with spines along its stems.
Roses have spines to protect against herbivores.
05
espinho, ponta afiada
any sharply pointed projection
Exemplos
The sculpture featured metal spines protruding from its surface.
Icicles hung from the roof like frozen spines.
06
coragem, força de caráter
inner strength, moral courage, or the ability to stand up for oneself
SlangExemplos
At least he 's got a spine; unlike the others who avoided the tough conversation.
Pelo menos ele tem coluna vertebral ; ao contrário dos outros que evitaram a conversa difícil.
She showed spine by presenting her ideas despite opposition.
Ela mostrou coragem ao apresentar suas ideias apesar da oposição.
Árvore Lexical
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