Bazán (en. Bazan)

/ba'θan/

Meaning & Definition

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noun
An element used as a support or load point in mechanical devices.
The bazán of the catapult must be robust to withstand the tension.
El bazán de la catapulta debe ser robusto para soportar la tensión.
The top part of a tool or instrument that allows for greater control.
The bazán of the shovel is essential for handling it with precision.
El bazán de la pala es esencial para manejarla con precisión.

Etymology

From the term derived from the Hispano-Arabic 'baʔzan', which means support or base.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to have a bazán
To have a solid plan or a good foundation for something.
tener un bazán
bazaar of bazanes
A place where many types of supports or bases are found.
bazar de bazanes

Related Words

support
An element that holds or supports something.
soporte
base
Foundation or bottom part of an object.
base
structure
Set of parts that form a whole.
estructura

Slang Meanings

In the context of games, it refers to a player who must always be at the base.
You are a real bazán in the game, you always stay guarding the base.
Eres un verdadero bazán en el juego, siempre te quedas cuidando la base.
It is used to describe something that functions as a refuge or protection.
That car is a bazán for us in this rainy weather.
Ese coche es un bazán para nosotros en este clima lluvioso.