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Definition of pigsty

The term pigsty comes from the Latin word porcilĭca. The Royal Spanish Academy (RAE), in its dictionary, indicates that the term can be used to refer to a stable for pigs. It is important to mention that a stable is a covered place where animals are enclosed to feed and rest. Pigs are kept in a stable […]

Definition of potion

The term potion comes from the Latin word potio, which in turn comes from potāre (which translates as “drink”), and the suffix “-cion”, which is used to indicate “action and effect”. The first meaning of the concept mentioned in the dictionary of the Royal Spanish Academy (RAE) refers to a drinkable liquid. The notion, however, […]

Definition of plurivocal

The term plurivocal is not part of the dictionary of the Royal Spanish Academy (RAE). However, there are those who use it as an antonym of univocal. Coming from the late Latin univŏcus, univocal refers to that which has only one name or meaning. The univocal always retains the same meaning and leaves no room for doubt in interpretation. […]

Definition of down

To understand what a down is, we must first define the concept of feather. Feathers are horny structures that cover the body of birds, composed of a tube that is inserted into the skin and a shaft with barbs that protrudes. A down, in this framework, is a particular type of feather. It is […]

Definition of feather

A feather is a horny structure that grows on the body of a bird. It consists of a tube (the quill) that is embedded in the skin and a protruding shaft, which has barbs. Feathers are appendages of the integumentary system, like horns or hairs in other species. […]

Definition of folding

The act and result of folding is called folding. Folding, meanwhile, is an action that consists of generating folds or bending something. It is interesting that you know what the etymological origin of this word is. Specifically, you should know that it derives from Latin, exactly emanating from the verb plicare, which can be translated as “to braid” […]

Definition of small square

A small square is a small plaza. It is a public space that is usually found in groves and gardens. Small squares allow certain small surfaces to be used as areas suitable for rest, sports or cultural activities. Sometimes small squares are also used as a public space.

Definition of square

A square is a large space found within a town or city. It is common for several streets to converge there and for it to be a meeting place for neighbours. Squares are public places that take place outdoors. There are squares with very unique characteristics, such as […]

Definition of playback

The notion of playback has its origins in the English language. Also referred to as play back, it refers to the reproduction, within the framework of a concert or show, of music that was previously recorded. An artist who does playback, therefore, moves his lips as if he were singing, when in reality what he is really singing is […]

Definition of general plan

In the field of television and cinematography, the notion of a shot is used to refer to a fragment of a film that is shot in a single take. Depending on the characteristics, it is possible to differentiate between different types of shots. The long shot is one that presents an environment or a landscape in a […]