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    Orificio (en. Opening)

    /oɾiˈfiθio/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    Opening or cavity that allows the passage of something.
    The hole in the wall allows light to pass through.
    El orificio en la pared permite que pase la luz.
    Opening in the human or animal body.
    The nasal opening is essential for breathing.
    El orificio nasal es esencial para la respiración.
    Opening in a surface that facilitates the flow of liquids or gases.
    The drainage hole prevents water from accumulating.
    El orificio de drenaje evita que el agua se acumule.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'orificium', derived from 'orificare', which means 'to make open'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    body orifice
    It refers to the natural opening in the organism.
    orificio del cuerpo
    drainage orifice
    Opening created to allow the escape of water or other liquids.
    orificio de drenaje
    make a hole
    Create an opening in a surface.
    hacer un orificio

    Related Words

    opening
    Empty space or opening in a surface.
    apertura
    hole
    Opening, especially if it is deeper or larger than a hole.
    agujero
    cavity
    Empty space inside an object or body.
    cavidad

    Slang Meanings

    Humorous use to refer to an unexpected opening.
    That hole in the clothing is a fashion hole.
    Ese orificio en la ropa es un orificio de moda.
    Used in a vulgar sense to refer to a part of the body.
    That hole refers to a very specific area of the body in informal conversation.
    Ese orificio se refiere a una zona muy específica del cuerpo en una conversación informal.