aguja

Definitions of aguja
  1. noun
    large wading bird that resembles a curlew; has a long slightly upturned bill
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    type of:
    limícola
    any of numerous wading birds that frequent mostly seashores and estuaries
  2. noun
    striker that ignites the charge by striking the primer
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    type of:
    percusor
    the part of a mechanical device that strikes something
  3. noun
    a tall tower that forms the superstructure of a building (usually a church or temple) and that tapers to a point at the top
    synonyms: chapitel, espadaña, espira, flecha
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    type of:
    torre
    a structure taller than its diameter; can stand alone or be attached to a larger building
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