panhandle

• Substantivo com dois sentidos principais: uma faixa estreita de terra que se projeta de uma área geográfica maior, ou o cabo de uma frigideira usada para cozinhar.

A noun with two distinct meanings: a narrow strip of land projecting from a larger geographical area, or the handle of a pan used for cooking.

1. Geographical featureB2formal

   A narrow strip of land that extends from a larger area, often resembling the handle of a pan.

   Faixa de terra estreita

   • The Florida Panhandle is known for its beautiful beaches.
   • The state has a panhandle that stretches northward.
   • They drove through the panhandle to reach the neighboring state.

   Sinônimosextensionprojectionsalientstriptongue

2. Utensil partA2formal

   The long handle attached to a cooking pan, used for holding and maneuvering it.

   Cabo de frigideira

   • The panhandle was too hot to touch without a mitt.
   • She wrapped the panhandle with a cloth to avoid burning her hand.
   • The panhandle broke off, making it difficult to lift the pan.

   Sinônimosgriphandle

• Verbo que significa pedir dinheiro ou comida na rua, geralmente de forma humilde ou insistente; também pode se referir a mendigar de modo geral.

A verb meaning to beg for money or food, especially on the street.

1. Beg for moneyB2informalamerican

   To ask for money from people in public places, typically on the street.

   Mendigar

   • He was panhandling near the subway station.
   • She panhandled for a few hours to get enough for a meal.
   • The city passed a law against panhandling in certain areas.

   Sinônimosbegbumcadgemoochsolicitsponge