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fentes


Meanings
  • Noun

    A type of natural geological feature, resembling a narrow, elongated valley or trench, often found along coastlines.

    - "The fentes along the rocky coastline provided shelter for small boats."
    - "The fentes were carved out by the relentless action of the waves."

Variants
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Carlos Fuentes , Fuentes
Etymology
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From the Latin word 'fossa' meaning 'ditch' or 'trench'.


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  1. Fentes are also known as 'sea cliffs' or 'coastal cliffs'.

  2. The Grand Canyon in Arizona, USA, is an example of a large fente.


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  1. Gullies: Similar geological features to fentes, but typically wider and deeper.

  2. Valleys: Large, often flat-bottomed areas between mountains or hills.


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In Greek mythology, the Fates were believed to dwell in a fentes, where they spun, measured, and cut the thread of human life.

How to Memorize "fentes"

  1. visualize

    - Imagine a long, narrow trench or valley, like a channel carved into the land.

  2. associate

    - Think of a coastline with fentes that protect boats from the open sea.

  3. mnemonics

    - Remember the word 'fentes' as 'F' for 'Fossa' and 'T' for 'Trench'.


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