Translation
nail; clove
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Word origin
From Latin clavus ('nail'). The spice sense comes from the clove's nail-like shape. The same root gives English 'clove', 'clef' and 'conclave'.
- Origin
- Latin
- Root
- clavus
- English cognates
- clove, clef, conclave
Grammar
Examples
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I need a nail to hang the picture.
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The nail was bent and did not go into the wood.
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Careful, there is a nail on the floor!
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The recipe uses a clove to add aroma.
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He hit the nail hard until it sank in.
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Start your free week (no card)This word is taught in chapter 32, lesson 6: clavo, diosa, monja and 7 more words.