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Foil
01
фольга, алюминиевая фольга
thin, flexible metal sheet used for wrapping, covering, or cooking food
Примеры
She wrapped the sandwich in foil to keep it fresh for later.
Она завернула сэндвич в фольгу, чтобы сохранить его свежим на потом.
02
прозрачная пленка, слайд
a thin, clear sheet of material, often used for creating visual aids to be projected using an overhead projector
Примеры
The company 's presentation included multiple foils to illustrate their financial growth.
Презентация компании включала несколько прозрачных пленок, чтобы проиллюстрировать их финансовый рост.
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
Примеры
The hydrofoil 's underwater foils lift the hull above the surface.
04
something that provides a contrast that emphasizes or enhances another's qualities
Примеры
Her calm demeanor was the perfect foil to his impulsiveness.
05
рапира, шпага для рапиры
a type of sword used in the sport of fencing, characterized by its flexible blade and specific rules for scoring points
Примеры
The fencer 's foil glinted under the arena lights.
Рапира фехтовальщика сверкала под огнями арены.
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a character in a literary work who contrasts with another character, usually the protagonist, to highlight specific traits of the latter
Примеры
Dr. Watson serves as a foil to Sherlock Holmes.
to foil
01
препятствовать
to stop or hinder someone's plans or efforts
Transitive: to foil a plan
Примеры
Unexpected challenges can foil even the most well-thought-out plans.
Неожиданные трудности могут сорвать даже самые продуманные планы.
02
контрастировать, подчеркивать
to make something stand out or become more noticeable by placing it next to something that contrasts with it
Transitive: to foil sth
Примеры
The bright red dress foiled her pale complexion, making it seem even more radiant.
Ярко-красное платье подчеркивало её бледный цвет лица, делая его ещё более сияющим.
03
заворачивать, покрывать
to cover or wrap something with a flexible metal sheet, typically for protection or cooking purposes
Transitive: to foil food material
Примеры
She foiled the leftovers to keep them fresh in the refrigerator.
Она завернула остатки в фольгу, чтобы сохранить их свежими в холодильнике.
