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Definition of orthotypography

Orthotypography is a concept formed by the prefix ortho- (which refers to “correct”) and the noun typography (the way in which a text is expressed). The term refers to the conventions and practices that regulate writing with typographic signs in a language. Guidelines for typography A general outline can be drawn […]

Definition of gobble up

The verb zampar means to drink or eat in a rapid and/or excessive manner. Note that this is only the first and most common meaning, since the dictionary of the Royal Spanish Academy (RAE) recognizes almost a dozen meanings for this term, which comes from the onomatopoeia “zamp”. Gluttony or gluttony The word zamp is used to describe the gluttony of a person, and it is used to describe the gluttony of a person.

Definition of evasive

Evasive is an adjective that describes something that allows us to avoid a problem or conflict. It is a term that comes from the Latin word evāsus, which in turn is derived from evadĕre (which can be translated as “to avoid”). Avoiding conflicts Evasive is someone who avoids focusing on something problematic. By extension, the notion is applied to […]

Definition of defer

To defer is to delay or postpone something. This is just one of the meanings that the Royal Spanish Academy (RAE) mentions in its dictionary for this verb, which comes from the Latin word differre. To distinguish oneself To defer can refer to dissenting from an opinion or to differentiating or distinguishing oneself from the rest of the individuals in one’s group: […]

Definition of fuss

A fuss is an exaggerated or excessive display of feeling or emotion. The term comes from aspaventar, a verb that refers to intimidating or scaring. Some examples Let’s look at the term used in the following three sentences: “The congressman’s fuss after listening to the president’s speech surprised everyone present, who did not expect […]

Definition of catacombs

Catacombs are underground tunnels that the early Christians used for the burial of the deceased and the development of their ceremonies. The term, which is used in the plural, comes from the late Latin word catacumbae. Early cemeteries It can be said that the catacombs were the cemeteries that the early Christians and also the Hebrews developed […]

Definition of photogrammetry

Photogrammetry is the technique that uses aerial photographs to obtain plans of a large area. This resource is used in the field of topography. Three-dimensional measurement Using photogrammetry, it is possible to know the dimensions, shape and location in space of a body or object.

Definition of imbue

The verb imbuir refers to instilling or influencing. The etymological origin of the term is found in the Latin word imbuĕre. Meaning and examples The act of imbuing is referred to as imbuition or imbuimiento. In this way, if someone manages to “imbue new ideas in a people”, to mention a possibility, it could indicate that […]

Definition of metanarrative

Meta-story is a concept that is not part of the dictionary of the Royal Spanish Academy (RAE). However, its meaning can be understood by analyzing its components. Etymology The prefix meta-, of Greek origin, refers to “about”, “after”, “next to”, “with” or “between”. A story, meanwhile, is a narration. As […]

Definition of phonogram

Phonogram is the letter – or group of letters – that allows the representation of a phoneme. This meaning is framed in the field of linguistics. A phoneme is the phonological unit whose decomposition into smaller units is not possible and which is capable of differentiating meanings. Phoneme comes from the Greek phṓnēma, which means […]