Common Lexeme

ekkar

Keywords: body parts, emotions

Pronunciation (IPA): 'ek.kar 
Part of Speech: term noun 
Class:  
Forms: ekkar, ekkarys 
Glosses: spine, bravery, brave, courage, determination 

Description:

The term 'ekkar' refers to a literal vertebrate spine. It also has very familiar metaphorical extensions as a word for bravery, courage and determination through the idea that the spine keeps you upright. It is used in its modifier form 'ekkarys' with that meaning.

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