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espigão
nounmasculinegeneral usecommon/iʃpiˈɡɐ̃w̃/es·pi·gão
Definitions
2-2
A sharp, prominent rocky point, typically on a coastline.
Usage examples
“The boat carefully sailed around the espigão.”
“Fishermen avoid the espigão area due to strong currents.”
Synonyms
Common combinations
rocky espigãodangerous espigão
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The terminal, thicker part of a cereal ear.
Usage examples
“The corn's espigão was fully formed.”
“They harvested the grain, leaving the espigões in the field.”
Common combinations
wheat espigãodry espigão