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    Proa (en. Bow)

    /ˈpɾoa/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    The front part of a vessel that moves in the direction of travel.
    The bow of the ship was in perfect condition.
    La proa del barco se encontraba en perfecto estado.
    In figurative terms, it refers to the front or most advanced part of something.
    The research team is at the bow of technological advances.
    El equipo de investigación está a la proa de los avances tecnológicos.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'prora', which means 'bow' or 'front part of a ship'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    bow to the wind
    A situation in which a vessel is facing into the wind.
    proa al viento

    Related Words

    stern
    Rear part of a vessel.
    popa
    length
    Length of a vessel.
    eslora
    side
    Side of a vessel.
    costado

    Slang Meanings

    To be at the bow.
    He is always at the bow when we go out on the boat.
    Siempre está en la proa cuando salimos de excursión en el barco.