"Stuccoes" Natural Recordings by Native Speakers
The ornaments or moldings on the walls of a classical wooden hallway.
Stubborn is an adjective that refers to a person or their behavior that is:<br><br> Refusing to change their opinion or attitude, often stubbornly holding onto an idea or point of view.<br> Determinedly staying with their original position or plan, even when faced with disagreement or opposition.<br> Difficult to manage or deal with because of their strong-willed or obstinate nature.<br><br>Example: "He was a stubborn child who refused to eat his vegetables."
Most obstinately persistent in a course of action or a situation; extremely unyielding or obstinate.<br><br>Example: He was the stubbornest student in the class, refusing to accept correction or guidance from the teacher.
Showing a determination to do something, often because one is determined to win an argument or force one's way, and refusing to change your opinion, even if it is wrong:
The quality of being stubborn or obstinately uncooperative; unyielding determination or obstinacy in one's opinions or actions, often in a way that is annoying or difficult to manage.
Remnants or traces of something; a small remaining part.<br><br>Example: The stubs of a tree branch can still be seen after a storm.<br><br>A small part or section of something, especially a ticket or coupon.<br><br>Example: She saved the stub of her movie ticket as a memento.<br><br>A shortened or contracted form of something, especially a root or stem.<br><br>Example: A nurse removed the intravenous catheter, leaving a small stub in the patient's vein.
A mixture of water, sand, and Portland cement, used to create a plaster that can be applied to walls, ceilings, and other surfaces to create a decorative exterior finish.
Covered or finished with a layer of stucco, a mixture of sand, lime, and water, often used as decorative exterior or interior finish in building.
Applying or relating to a layer of plaster or coating, typically made of gypsum or sand and cement, to a surface, especially one of rough or porous type, as a decorative exterior finish for buildings.
Stucco is a building material made from an aggregate (sand, cement, lime, and water), often molded into decorative shapes and textures. It is typically applied to the outside of buildings to create a uniform and cohesive appearance. Stucco can also refer to a decorative finish on walls that is created by applying a layer of stucco material to the surface. It can be textured to resemble stone, brick, or other materials, and is often used to create a rustic or ornate effect.
Containing or showing an excessive respect for oneself or one's social class, suggesting that one is too proud or snobbish.
To be in a difficult or annoying situation, where one finds it hard to move forward or make progress.<br><br>Example: "I've been stuck in this traffic for hours."<br><br>Synonyms: trapped, blocked, unable to proceed, jammed<br><br>Antonyms: free, unobstructed, moving forward, liberated.
1. (of a surface or object) having a series of small white or rounded projections (such as buttons or convexities)<br>2. Equipped or covered with small fittings (such as rivets, cones, or studs)<br>3. (of a person's eyes) having or receiving piercing or involuntary glances
Verb: to be studying or engaged in a diligent and systematic way, usually with the intention of improving knowledge or skills.<br><br>Example: "She has been studding English for several years and is now proficient in the language."
A studdingsail is a triangular sail used on a sailing vessel to provide additional sail area. It is smaller than a staysail and is set on a stay, which is a wire or rope that is stretched between the mast and the yards or the hull of the ship. The studding sail is typically used when the wind is strong enough to blow the main sails, but not strong enough to carry the full area of the main sails. The studding sail helps to increase the speed of the vessel by catching the wind on a higher angle.