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    Génova (en. Genoa)

    /xeˈnɔβa/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    A sail of large surface area used to increase the power of a sailing vessel.
    The boat used a genoa to catch the wind.
    El barco usó una géova para aprovechar el viento.
    Specifically, a foresail used in combination with other sails.
    By using the genoa, the sailing vessel reached greater speed.
    Al llevar la géova, el velero alcanzó mayor velocidad.
    Also refers to sail shapes in different positions.
    The captain adjusted the genoa for optimal sailing.
    El capitán ajustó la géova para navegação óptima.

    Etymology

    Derives from Italian 'genova', referencing the port of Genoa.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to be like a genoa
    To be very happy or cheerful.
    estar como una géova
    to sail at full sail
    To sail fast with all sails deployed.
    navegar a toda vela

    Related Words

    boat
    A vessel that sails over water.
    barco
    sail
    A surface of fabric used on a boat to catch the wind.
    vela
    bow
    The front part of a boat.
    proa

    Slang Meanings

    To be very empty or inactive.
    The party was deader than a genoa.
    La fiesta estaba más muerta que una géova.
    Expression of overflowing joy.
    Upon receiving the news, I was like a genoa.
    Al recibir la noticia, estaba como una géova.