dwarf
Prononciation : [dwɔrf]
Mot
Contexte : « 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.
Exemple
In the fairy tale, the dwarf helped the hero by giving him a magical sword.
Exemple
The story did not mention any dwarfs, only giants and wizards.
Exemple
What tasks do dwarfs usually do in stories?
Contexte : « 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.
Exemple
My friend with dwarfism is a talented basketball player.
Exemple
He didn't like being called a dwarf because it can be seen as mean.
Exemple
What challenges do people with dwarfism face in everyday life?
Contexte : « 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.
Exemple
The harsh weather can dwarf the trees, making them much shorter than normal.
Exemple
The plant did not dwarf; it grew tall and healthy.
Exemple
What can cause a plant to dwarf instead of grow normally?
0s0s