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Foil
01
folie, folie de aluminiu
thin, flexible metal sheet used for wrapping, covering, or cooking food
Exemple
She wrapped the sandwich in foil to keep it fresh for later.
A înfășurat sandvișul în folie de aluminiu pentru a-l păstra proaspăt pentru mai târziu.
02
foaie transparentă, folie
a thin, clear sheet of material, often used for creating visual aids to be projected using an overhead projector
Exemple
The company 's presentation included multiple foils to illustrate their financial growth.
Prezentarea companiei a inclus mai multe foi transparente pentru a ilustra creșterea lor financiară.
03
a thin, flat, or curved structure, such as a metal plate or blade, designed to react against air or water flow and generate control motion
Exemple
The hydrofoil 's underwater foils lift the hull above the surface.
04
something that provides a contrast that emphasizes or enhances another's qualities
Exemple
Her calm demeanor was the perfect foil to his impulsiveness.
05
floretă, sabie folosită în scrimă
a type of sword used in the sport of fencing, characterized by its flexible blade and specific rules for scoring points
Exemple
The fencer 's foil glinted under the arena lights.
Floretă scrimerului strălucea sub luminele arenei.
06
a character in a literary work who contrasts with another character, usually the protagonist, to highlight specific traits of the latter
Exemple
Dr. Watson serves as a foil to Sherlock Holmes.
to foil
01
zădărnici, împiedica
to stop or hinder someone's plans or efforts
Transitive: to foil a plan
Exemple
Unexpected challenges can foil even the most well-thought-out plans.
Provocările neașteptate pot zădărnici chiar și cele mai bine gândite planuri.
02
contrasta, scoate în evidență
to make something stand out or become more noticeable by placing it next to something that contrasts with it
Transitive: to foil sth
Exemple
The bright red dress foiled her pale complexion, making it seem even more radiant.
Roșul strălucitor al rochiei contrasta cu tenul ei pal, făcându-l să pară și mai radiant.
03
înfășura, acoperi
to cover or wrap something with a flexible metal sheet, typically for protection or cooking purposes
Transitive: to foil food material
Exemple
She foiled the leftovers to keep them fresh in the refrigerator.
Ea a împachetat resturile în folie de aluminiu pentru a le păstra proaspete în frigider.
