Translation
boy, young man
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Word origin
Probably from Latin rapax, rapacis ('grasping, ravenous'), originally describing a boy old enough to snatch or seize things.
- Origin
- Latin
- Root
- rapax
- English cognates
- rapacious, rapid
Grammar
Examples
atravessar .
The young man helped the lady cross the street.
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She met a friendly young man at the party.
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The young men were playing football in the field.
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Start your free weekThis word is taught in chapter 5, lesson 6: Words 441-450.