puja

Definitions of puja
  1. noun
    an energetic attempt to achieve something
    synonyms: batalla, combate, lucha, pugna
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    types:
    justa, torneo
    a combat between two mounted knights tilting against each other with blunted lances
    type of:
    conato, intento
    earnest and conscientious activity intended to do or accomplish something
  2. noun
    (bridge) the number of tricks a bridge player is willing to contract to make
    synonyms: apuesta, licitación, oferta, remate
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    type of:
    afirmación, exposición, informe, manifestación, relación
    a message that is stated or declared; a communication (oral or written) setting forth particulars or facts etc
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