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stave

nounfemininetécnico/ɐˈdweɫɐ/técnico

a·du·e·la

Definition

Each of the curved staves that form the walls of a barrel, cask, or vat.
The cooper tightened the staves of the barrel.
One of the staves of the cask was cracked, causing a leak.

Etymology

Do latim 'abutĕla', diminutivo de 'abŭtis' (tábua).