Macizo
Example: El macizo montañoso ofrece rutas de senderismo impresionantes.
Definition
"Macizo" refers to a large, solid mass of rock or a mountain range, often characterized by its compact and sturdy formation. It is commonly used to describe a prominent, continuous expanse of mountainous terrain, such as in the phrase 'El macizo montañoso ofrece rutas de senderismo impresionantes.'
Etymology
The word "macizo" comes from the Latin 'massīvus,' meaning 'massive' or 'solid.' It entered Spanish to describe something solid or dense, especially in geological contexts. Did you know that the term captures the idea of strength and compactness, much like a solid block of stone?
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"Macizo" appears in the Vocaplus list "Spanish - General - (B2) - set 5", containing 111 commonly used words.
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