varilla

Definitions of varilla
  1. noun
    a graduated rod dipped into a container to indicate the fluid level
    synonyms: cala, varilla del aceite
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    type of:
    indicador
    a measuring instrument for measuring and indicating a quantity such as the thickness of wire or the amount of rain etc.
  2. noun
    electro-acoustic transducer for converting electric signals into sounds; it is held over or inserted into the ear
    synonyms: auditivo, auricular, casco, teléfono
  3. noun
    a lever used by a pilot to control the ailerons and elevators of an airplane
    synonyms: palo
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    type of:
    barra
    a rigid bar pivoted about a fulcrum
  4. noun
    a small branch or division of a branch (especially a terminal division); usually applied to branches of the current or preceding year
    synonyms: ramita, vara, vareta, verdugo, verdugón
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