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Dwarf
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pitic, dwarf
a person who is markedly small
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pitic, gnom
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.
În basme, piticii sunt adesea descriși ca mineri iscusiti care trăiesc sub pământ.
The dwarfs in Norse mythology were known for their craftsmanship and strength.
Piticii din mitologia nordică erau cunoscuți pentru meșteșugul și puterea lor.
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pitic, stea pitică
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 este o stea pitică roșie situată în sistemul stelar Alpha Centauri.
Brown dwarfs are substellar objects that are too large to be considered planets but too small to sustain hydrogen fusion.
Piticele brune sunt obiecte substelare care sunt prea mari pentru a fi considerate planete, dar prea mici pentru a susține fuziunea hidrogenului.
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pitic, pitică
a plant or animal that is atypically small
to dwarf
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a diminua, a micșora
make appear small by comparison
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înjdăci, împiedica
check the growth of
