Technology

Definition of support

The etymological origin of the word support that concerns us now is found in Latin. And it is the result of the union of two words from that language: • The prefix «sub-«, which is synonymous with «below». • The verb “portare”, which can be translated as “carry”. A support is something, already […]

Definition of turbine

A turbine is a machine made up of a wheel with several blades. By continuously receiving a liquid in its central part, the turbine expels it towards its circumference and manages to harness its energy to generate a driving force. Latin is where we can find the etymological origin of the word that we now […]

Definition of pyrotechnics

Pyrotechnics are a product designed to generate flashes, smoke, booms and other phenomena. The term is also used to name the technique that allows these products to be created and the factory used to produce them. For example: “The party will conclude with a fireworks show”, “The government is considering prohibiting the use of fireworks […]

Definition of bypass

Bypass is a word from the English language that is also often used in our language, although its correct spelling in Spanish is baipás. This term allows us to name, in its broadest sense, an alternative route that is installed in the system to avoid a blockage or barrier. The most frequent use of the term is […]

Definition of butane

Butane is a hydrocarbon that can be used as fuel. This gas has a chained series of 4 carbon atoms that combine with hydrogen. The main properties of butane are reflected in the term itself. The compositional element but- refers to the bond of the aforementioned 4 carbon atoms, while the suffix […]

Definition of ship

A ship is a type of vessel. The term has its origins in the French buc, which translates as "helmet." These boats have the necessary structure to carry out extensive trips. Vessels, therefore, are vessels that have a large deck, are resistant, have good stability and can sail at […]

Definition of bus

Bus is the colloquial or informal name for bus. This term is used to name a means of transport that can transport numerous passengers simultaneously and that follows a fixed route. In some countries, the bus or bus is known as a bus, bus, bus or guagua. For example: “Do you know where […]

Definition of bug

Many words are used every day in our language and, however, are not accepted by the Royal Spanish Academy (RAE). The entity's dictionary, in any case, is updated over time and it is likely that a term not recognized today will become part of a future edition. In the case […]

Definition of landing

Landing is an action that refers to what a flying object does when it lands on a firm surface. For example: “Dear passengers, the landing at Frankfurt airport will take place in ten minutes”, “Traveling by plane makes me very nervous: I have been waiting for the moment of landing for hours”, […]

Definition of record

Registry is a term that originates from the Latin word regestum. It is about the actions and consequences of recording, a verb that refers to observing or inspecting something carefully. Recording is also writing down or recording certain information in a document or paper. The notion of registration, in any case, has […]