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Station
01
estação, paragem
a place or building where we can get on or off a train or bus
Exemplos
I arrived early at the station to make sure I did n't miss my train.
Cheguei cedo à estação para garantir que não perderia meu trem.
The bus station is located in the city center.
A estação de ônibus está localizada no centro da cidade.
02
a facility designed for a specific function, equipped with relevant equipment and staffed as necessary
Exemplos
The fire station responded quickly to the emergency.
A weather station collects data on temperature and rainfall.
03
a company or facility from which radio or television programs are produced and transmitted
Exemplos
The TV station covered the election results live.
The radio station has studios in several cities.
04
a designated post or position where a person, such as a guard or sentry, is assigned to stand
Exemplos
The guard remained at his station throughout the night.
Soldiers were posted to stations along the perimeter.
05
estação, posto
a fixed place on a ship or near the water where people, boats, or equipment are kept ready for safety, rescue, or work
Exemplos
The marines waited at the station before leaving for the mission.
Os fuzileiros navais esperaram na estação antes de partir para a missão.
The lifeboat station is near the beach to help people in trouble.
A estação de botes salva-vidas fica perto da praia para ajudar pessoas em apuros.
06
posto, posição social
a person's social rank or position within a structured hierarchy or society
Exemplos
Despite his humble station in life, he was respected for his integrity and hard work.
Apesar de sua humilde condição na vida, ele era respeitado por sua integridade e trabalho duro.
She married above her station, which caused quite a stir in their traditional community.
Ela se casou acima de sua posição, o que causou um grande rebuliço em sua comunidade tradicional.
to station
01
estacionar, enviar
to send a person to a particular place in order to carry out a duty, particularly a military person
Transitive: to station personnel somewhere
Exemplos
The commander decided to station additional troops near the border for heightened security.
O comandante decidiu estacionar tropas adicionais perto da fronteira para maior segurança.
Soldiers were stationed at key checkpoints to monitor and control movement.
Os soldados foram estacionados nos postos de controle principais para monitorar e controlar o movimento.
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stationery
substation
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