El tapón
Example: El tapón de la botella evitó que se derramara el agua.
Definition
"El tapón" refers to a stopper or cap used to seal the opening of a container, such as a bottle, to prevent the contents from spilling or leaking. It is commonly made of materials like cork, plastic, or rubber and fits tightly in the container's neck.
Etymology
The word "el tapón" comes from the Spanish verb 'tapar,' meaning 'to cover or seal.' The suffix '-ón' often indicates a large or significant object. Did you know? The term metaphorically extends to objects or even traffic jams that 'block' or 'stop' movement, much like a physical stopper.
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"El tapón" appears in the Vocaplus list "Spanish - General - (B1) - set 3", containing 113 commonly used words.
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