aloft
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aloft(
uh
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laft
)An adverb is a word that describes a verb, an adjective, or other adverbs (e.g., to run quickly, very tired).
a. en alto
The winner paraded around the circuit, holding the trophy aloft.El ganador desfiló por el circuito, llevando el trofeo en alto.
b. en el aire
We threw out some ballast to keep the balloon aloft.Soltamos lastre para mantener el globo en el aire.
2. (nautical)
a. en la jarcia (rigging)
One sailor remained aloft, looking for enemy ships.Un marinero se quedó en la jarcia, mirando por si hubiera buques enemigos.
b. en la arboladura (masts)
A deckhand was perched aloft, doing some maintenance work.Un marinero estaba encaramado en la arboladura, haciendo trabajos de mantenimiento.
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