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Translation

to stop (something)

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Word origin

From Vulgar Latin firmare ('to make firm'), from firmus ('firm').

Origin
Latin
Root
firmare
English cognates
firm, confirm

Grammar

Verb type-are regular

Examples

' .

The police stopped the car at the traffic light.

entusiasmo.

Nothing can stop his enthusiasm.

leva.

He stopped the train by pulling the lever.

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This word is taught in chapter 7, lesson 7: Words 651-660.