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arista

edge

noun ah-REES-tah Rare
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Origin: From Latin arista (ear of grain, sharp edge).

Also means

sharp point

Usage Note

Arista literally refers to the sharp edge where two surfaces meet, as on a stone block or geometric solid. Figuratively, las aristas de un problema means 'the sharp angles' or 'thorny aspects' of an issue — a common journalistic usage. Do not confuse with artista (artist).

Examples

"La arista del cubo era perfectamente recta."

Natural Translation

The edge of the cube was perfectly straight.

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