macizo

massif

noun adjective mah-SEE-soh Rare

Origin: From French massif, from masse (mass), from Latin massa.

Also means

solid mass

Usage Note

Macizo as a noun means a mountain massif or solid block of rock. As an adjective it means solid, compact, or sturdy — madera maciza (solid wood) contrasts with hollow or veneered materials. In colloquial Spain macizo/maciza also describes an attractive, good-looking person.

Examples

"El macizo de los Andes es impresionante."

Natural Translation

The Andean massif is impressive.

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