cristalino
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cristalino, el cristalino(
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)An adjective is a word that describes a noun (e.g., the big dog).
a. crystalline
El compuesto se vende en forma de polvo cristalino.The compound is sold as a crystalline powder.
2. (very clear)
a. crystal-clear
Nos bañamos en las aguas cristalinas de la laguna.We swam in the crystal-clear waters of the lagoon.
b. crystalline (literary)
A word or phrase restricted in usage to literature or established writing (e.g., sex, once upon a time).
El agua del arroyo era cristalina.The water in the brook was crystalline.
3. (figurative) (easily understood)
A phrase used as a figure of speech or a word that is symbolic in meaning; metaphorical (e.g., carrot, bean).
a. crystal-clear (figurative)
A phrase used as a figure of speech or a word that is symbolic in meaning; metaphorical (e.g., carrot, bean).
La maestra nos dio una explicación cristalina sobre la fotosíntesis.The teacher gave us a crystal-clear explanation of photosynthesis.
A masculine noun is used with masculine articles and adjectives (e.g., el hombre guapo, el sol amarillo).
4. (anatomy)
a. crystalline lens
El iris está ubicado delante del cristalino.The iris is located in front of the crystalline lens.
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