L'ascensor
Example: L'ascensor de l'edifici és molt ràpid i còmode.
Definition
"L'ascensor" refers to a mechanical device installed in buildings that transports people or goods vertically between different floors efficiently and safely.
Etymology
The word "l'ascensor" comes from the Latin verb 'ascendere,' meaning 'to climb' or 'to rise.' It entered Catalan through French influence, where 'ascenseur' denotes a similar lifting device. Did you know? The concept of the elevator dates back to ancient times, but the modern electric elevator was developed in the 19th century.
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"L'ascensor" appears in the Vocaplus list "Catalan - General - (A2) - set 3", containing 116 commonly used words.
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