shaft

• Sustantivo con varios significados: una pieza larga y estrecha de un objeto (como una flecha o herramienta), un paso vertical (como en una mina o edificio), un haz de luz, una barra giratoria que transmite potencia, o un comentario hiriente.

A noun with multiple meanings, including a long, narrow part of an object (such as an arrow or tool), a vertical passage (as in a mine or building), a column of light, a revolving rod transmitting power, or a pointed remark.

1. Arrow or pointer bodyB1formal

   The long, straight part of an arrow or a pointer, extending from the tip to the end.

   Cuerpo de la flecha o puntero

   • The archer carefully inspected the shaft of the arrow.
   • The clock's hour hand had a thin, black shaft.
   • The spear's shaft was made of polished oak.

   Sinónimospolerodshankstemstick

2. Aggressive remarkB2informal

   A pointed or critical comment directed at someone, intended to be hurtful or effective.

   Pullas, indirecta ofensiva

   • She threw a sharp shaft at her opponent during the debate.
   • His comment was a direct shaft aimed at my work ethic.
   • The politician's speech was full of shafts at the opposition.

   Sinónimosbarbdiggibeinsultjibesneertaunt

   Antónimoscomplimentpraise

3. Long rod or poleB1formal

   A long, slender piece of material, often used as a handle for a tool or the main body of a weapon like a spear.

   Vara larga o asta

   • The hammer's shaft was made of hickory wood.
   • He gripped the spear's shaft tightly before throwing it.
   • The flagpole's shaft was painted white.

   Sinónimosbarpolerodstaffstick

4. Column of lightB2formal

   A narrow, visible beam of light, often shining down from a source.

   Haz de luz

   • A shaft of sunlight broke through the clouds.
   • The lighthouse sent a bright shaft of light across the sea.
   • In the dark room, a single shaft of light illuminated the dust particles.

   Sinónimosbeampencilraystreakstream

5. Main section of a long boneC1formalmedical

   The long, central part of a bone, such as the femur or humerus.

   Diáfisis

   • The fracture was located in the shaft of the femur.
   • The bone's shaft is composed of dense cortical bone.
   • The surgeon examined the shaft of the humerus for damage.

   Sinónimosbodydiaphysis

6. Vulgar term for penisslang

   A crude and offensive slang term for the male reproductive organ.

   pene (vulgar)

   • He made a crude joke about his shaft.
   • The graffiti on the wall included a drawing of a shaft.
   • That term is considered highly offensive in polite conversation.

   Sinónimoscockdickjohnsonknobpeckerprickrodtool

• Verbo que significa tratar a alguien de manera injusta o cruel, a menudo mediante engaño o fraude.

A verb meaning to treat someone unfairly or harshly, often by cheating or deceiving them.

1. Equip with a shaftC1formal

   To provide or fit something with a long, narrow part, such as a rod or handle.

   equipar con un eje

   • The craftsman carefully shafted the arrow with a straight piece of wood.
   • The mechanic shafted the engine component to ensure proper alignment.
   • They shafted the tool with a durable metal rod.

2. Cheat or deceiveB2informalamerican

   To treat someone unfairly or defeat them through dishonest means.

   Engañar o estafar

   • He felt shafted by his business partner after the deal fell through.
   • The company shafted its employees by not paying overtime.
   • She was shafted out of her rightful inheritance by a clever lawyer.

   Sinónimosbilkcheatcondeceivedefraudswindletrick

   Antónimosaidassistbenefithelpsupport