O nó



Example: O nó na corda impediu que ela caísse da escada.

Definition


"O nó" refers to a knot, which is a fastening made by tying a piece of string, rope, or cord, often used to secure or bind objects tightly. In computing, it can metaphorically represent a connection point or junction.

Etymology


The term "o nó" comes from the Latin word "nodus," meaning knot or tie. This word traveled through Old Portuguese as "nó" and retained its meaning related to tying or binding. Did you know that knots have been essential tools for humans for thousands of years?

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"O nó" appears in the Vocaplus list "", containing 97 commonly used words.
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