dwarf
Aussprache: [dwɔrf]
Wort
Kontext: „mythology“
(noun) a magical creature that is usually small and lives underground. Dwarfs are often found in stories and legends, and they are known for being good at mining and working with metals.
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In the fairy tale, the dwarf helped the hero by giving him a magical sword.
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The story did not mention any dwarfs, only giants and wizards.
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What tasks do dwarfs usually do in stories?
Kontext: „medical“
(noun) a person who is much shorter than most people because of their body not growing as it usually should. This difference in height is often called dwarfism.
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My friend with dwarfism is a talented basketball player.
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He didn't like being called a dwarf because it can be seen as mean.
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What challenges do people with dwarfism face in everyday life?
Kontext: „growth“
(verb) to make something become much smaller than it usually would be. This can happen to plants or animals that don't grow properly.
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The harsh weather can dwarf the trees, making them much shorter than normal.
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The plant did not dwarf; it grew tall and healthy.
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What can cause a plant to dwarf instead of grow normally?
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