ekkar
Keywords: body parts, emotions
| Pronunciation (IPA): | 'ek.kar |
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| Part of Speech: | term noun |
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| 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.