dura

Meanings

• adjective

  A durable material or substance.

• noun

  The outer protective tissue surrounding the brain and spinal cord in vertebrates.

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Rhymes

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dure , endure , lure , mature , pure

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Variants

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dura , dura mater , duras , durra , durras , dura maters

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Etymology

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From the Latin word 'durus' meaning hard or tough.

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Trivia

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1. The city of Dur-e-Sharrukin was the capital city of the Assyrian Empire from 810 to 722 BC.

2. The dura mater is the thickest and strongest of the three meninges that protect the brain and spinal cord.

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Related Concepts

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1. Durability: The ability of a material or product to withstand wear, damage, or corrosion over time.

2. Dura mater: The outermost of the three meninges that cover the brain and spinal cord.

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Culture

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In ancient Rome, 'dura' was the name of a city in Syria, now known as Dur-e-Sharrukin or Tell Touqan. The city was known for its defensive walls and was a significant cultural and religious center.

How to Memorize "dura"

1. visualize
   

   - Visualize a tough, hard material that can withstand wear and tear.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'dura' with the durability of a diamond or the toughness of a rubber band.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Remember that 'dura' comes from the Latin word 'durus', meaning hard or tough.

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