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remolcador

tugboat

noun rreh-mohl-kah-DOHR Rare

Usage Note

Remolcador derives from the verb remolcar (to tow). The same root gives remolque (a tow or trailer), so a remolque means 'being towed' and is also used figuratively for someone who is dragged along by others. The word always takes masculine gender.

Examples

"El remolcador guio el barco al puerto."

Natural Translation

The tugboat guided the ship into port.

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