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    Macizo (en. Solid)

    /maˈθiθo/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    The solid and compact part of the earth that forms mountains and elevations.
    The Andean massif extends through several South American countries.
    El macizo andino se extiende por varios países sudamericanos.
    A set of rocks that form a significant height.
    The Montserrat massif is known for its rock formations.
    El macizo de Montserrat es conocido por sus formaciones rocosas.
    adjective
    It refers to something that is strong and well-built.
    This piece of furniture is very solid and durable.
    Este mueble es muy macizo y duradero.
    Description of something that has a large entity or body.
    We need a solid table for the living room.
    Necesitamos una mesa maciza para la sala de estar.

    Etymology

    It comes from Latin 'mānsus', which means 'settled' or 'firm'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    rock massif
    It refers to a large mass of solid rock.
    macizo de roca
    mountain massif
    A set of mountains that presents itself as a single geographic unit.
    macizo montañoso
    urban massif
    An area of a city that is dense and primarily constructed with buildings.
    macizo urbano

    Related Words

    massive
    That has a large volume or weight.
    masivo
    dense
    That has a high concentration of mass per unit volume.
    denso
    solid
    That has a defined shape and volume.
    sólido

    Slang Meanings

    Something impressive or incredible.
    That movie was awesome; I loved it.
    Esa película fue maciza, me encantó.
    A person who is strong or muscular.
    That guy is fit; he exercises a lot.
    Ese chico está macizo, hace mucho ejercicio.