el dedal
-the thimble
See the entry for dedal.

dedal

el dedal(
deh
-
dahl
)
A masculine noun is used with masculine articles and adjectives (e.g., el hombre guapo, el sol amarillo).
masculine noun
a. thimble
Las agujas y los dedales están en el costurero.The needles and the thimbles are in the sewing box.
2.
A phrase used as a figure of speech or a word that is symbolic in meaning; metaphorical (e.g., carrot, bean).
(figurative)
(small amount)
a. thimbleful
Añade un dedal de sal a la salsa.Add a thimbleful of salt to the sauce.
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