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The rustic cabin's exterior walls were clad in cedar shake, giving it a warm and cozy appearance.
La fachada del cabaña rustica estaba revestida de teja de cedro, lo que le daba un aspecto cálido y acogedor.
2. frothy drink of milk and flavoring and sometimes fruit or ice cream.
After a long day at work, Sarah treated herself to a rich chocolate shake from her favorite ice cream shop.
Después de un día largo en el trabajo, Sarah se trató a sí misma con un helado de chocolate rico procedente de su tienda de helados favorita.
3. a note that alternates rapidly with another note a semitone above it.
The jazz musician's improvisation featured a series of intricate shakes, adding complexity to the melody.
El improvisador de jazz del músico destacó una serie de sacudidas intrincadas, lo que agregó complejidad a la melodía.
4. grasping and shaking a person's hand (as to acknowledge an introduction or to agree on a contract).
The businessman extended his hand for a shake with the potential client, hoping to make a good impression.
El empresario extendió su mano para un apretón de manos con el potencial cliente, esperando hacer una buena impresión.
5. a reflex motion caused by cold or fear or excitement.
After witnessing the horror movie, Sarah's entire body was seized with a violent shake that made her tremble uncontrollably.
Después de ver la película de terror, el cuerpo entero de Sarah se convirtió en un temblor violento que la hacía estremecer incontrolablemente.
6. causing to move repeatedly from side to side.
The earthquake caused a severe shake that made it difficult for people to stand upright.
El terremoto causó un temblor severo que hizo difícil para las personas mantenerse de pie erguidas.
attack
noun
1. (military) an offensive against an enemy (using weapons).
The military launched a surprise attack on the enemy's stronghold, catching them off guard and gaining a strategic advantage.
La milicia lanzó un ataque sorpresa en la fortaleza del enemigo, cogiéndolos con la guardia baja y obteniendo una ventaja estratégica.
2. an offensive move in a sport or game.
The quarterback launched a precision attack down the left sideline, resulting in a touchdown for his team.
El quarterback lanzó un ataque de precisión por la línea lateral izquierda, lo que llevó a su equipo a marcar un touchdown.
3. intense adverse criticism.
The critic's attack on the new movie was brutal, leaving the director feeling devastated and demoralized.
El ataque del crítico al nuevo filme fue brutal, lo que dejó al director sintiendo devastado y desmoralizado.
4. ideas or actions intended to deal with a problem or situation.
The company launched an attack on the issue of climate change by introducing sustainable practices and reducing their carbon footprint.
La empresa lanzó un ataque contra el tema del cambio climático al introducir prácticas sostenibles y reducir su huella de carbono.
5. the act of attacking.
The military launched a surprise attack on the enemy's stronghold, catching them off guard and gaining a strategic advantage.
El ejército lanzó un ataque sorpresivo contra la fortaleza enemiga, cogiendo a los adversarios por sorpresa y obteniendo una ventaja estratégica.
6. a decisive manner of beginning a musical tone or phrase.
The pianist's dramatic attack on the opening chord set the tone for the rest of the complex piano piece.
El ataque dramático del pianista en el acorde inicial estableció el tono para el resto de la pieza compleja de piano.
7. a sudden occurrence of an uncontrollable condition.
The patient experienced a severe asthma attack in the middle of the night, waking up her family with her wheezing and coughing.
El paciente experimentó un ataque de asma grave en mitad de la noche, despertando a su familia con sus toses y estertores.
8. the onset of a corrosive or destructive process (as by a chemical agent).
The sudden attack on the metal pipe caused it to weaken and eventually burst under pressure.
El repentino ataque a la tubería metálica hizo que se debilitara y explotara eventualmente bajo presión.
9. strong criticism.
The journalist's attack on the politician's policies sparked a heated debate in the newsroom.
El ataque del periodista contra las políticas del político desencadenó un debate acalorado en el cuarto de redacción.
