Ano (en. Year)

/ˈano/

Meaning & Definition

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noun
Opening of the digestive system in humans and many animals.
The doctor examined the anus during the physical exam.
El médico revisó el ano durante el examen físico.
In mathematics, it is used as a reference to a dimension in some coordinate systems.
The axis of the anus is represented in the graph.
El eje del ano se representa en el gráfico.
Refers to a specific age or period in a person's life.
At five years old, he started learning to read.
A sus cinco años, comenzó a aprender a leer.

Etymology

It derives from the Latin 'anus', which means 'ring' or 'gold of friction'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to have an anus
To be in a complicated or embarrassing situation.
tener un ano
New Year
Celebration of the arrival of the new year.
ano nuevo

Related Words

anus
Medical term used to refer to the anus.
anus
rectum
Part of the intestine that leads to the anus.
recto

Slang Meanings

Vulgar term used in informal contexts to refer to the backside of the body.
That attitude doesn't look good; it seems like you only care about your anus.
Esa actitud no se ve bien, parece que solo te importa tu ano.
Used in jokes or mockery in a humorous context.
They made a joke about the anus in the movie.
Hicieron un chiste sobre el ano en la película.