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guaìna
gua·ì·na
/ɡwaˈina/
In guaìna, the stress preserves that of Latin vagīna, with its long i. The form guàina is widespread but incorrect.
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guaìna
/ɡwaˈina/
A sheath, often made of leather or metal, that holds cutting tools. By extension, any covering, case or sleeve that protects or surrounds something.
It derives from Latin vagīna. The same Latin word also gave rise to vagina. Related forms include Spanish vaina and Neapolitan vaina. From the meaning of sheath, its use extends to anything that holds, protects or surrounds something; a use referring to a type of stitching is also attested. Its derivatives include inguainare and sguainare.
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