A grua
Example: A grua levantou o carro quebrado na estrada.
Definition
"A grua" is a large machine used in construction to lift and move heavy objects, such as cars or building materials. It typically consists of a tall tower with a long arm that can rotate and extend to reach and hoist items in various directions.
Etymology
The word "a grua" comes from the Portuguese adaptation of the Spanish word "grúa," which itself derives from the Latin "grus," meaning crane (the bird). The term was chosen because the machine's long arm resembles the neck of a crane bird. Did you know this connection reflects how many machines are named after animals based on their shapes or movements?
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