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    Repeler (en. Repel)

    /reˈpe.le/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    verb
    To throw back or reject something that is approaching.
    The insecticide spray is used to repel mosquitoes.
    El spray insecticida sirve para repeler a los mosquitos.
    Defend against an attack or aggression.
    The armed forces had to repel an enemy attack.
    Las fuerzas armadas tuvieron que repeler un ataque enemigo.
    Make something not adhere or come into contact.
    The non-stick material helps to repel grease.
    El material antiadherente ayuda a repeler la grasa.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'repellere', meaning 'to throw back'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    repel attacks
    Effectively defend against invasions or aggression.
    repeler ataques
    resist temptation
    Resist the attraction towards something undesirable.
    repeler la tentación
    repel intruders
    Reject those who attempt to enter without permission.
    repeler intrusos

    Related Words

    repulse
    Reject with force or displeasure.
    repulsar
    defend
    Protect against an attack or danger.
    defender
    resist
    Oppose something.
    resistir

    Slang Meanings

    Avoid something annoying.
    That noise would repel anyone.
    Ese ruido repelería a cualquiera.
    Not to be influenced.
    She knows how to repel negative comments.
    Ella sabe repeler los comentarios negativos.