El descobriment
Example: El descobriment de noves terres va canviar la història.
Definition
"El descobriment" refers to the act or process of finding or uncovering something previously unknown, such as new lands, knowledge, or facts. It often signifies a significant event of revelation or exploration that leads to new understanding or opportunities.
Etymology
The term "el descobriment" comes from the Catalan verb 'descobrir,' meaning 'to discover.' It is composed of the prefix 'des-' implying removal or reversal, and 'cobrir,' meaning 'to cover.' Hence, "el descobriment" literally means 'the uncovering.' Did you know that this concept has been crucial in history, marking moments when humanity expanded its horizons?
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"El descobriment" appears in the Vocaplus list "Catalan - General - (B2) - set 5", containing 111 commonly used words.
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