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roce

friction

noun RROH-seh Rare
Body & Health Senses

Also means

brush

Usage Note

Roce refers to a rubbing contact or a light brush against a surface. Figuratively, it describes a minor conflict or awkward interaction between people (hubo un roce entre ellos = there was friction between them). It also appears in the expression tener roce meaning to have social experience or polish.

Examples

"El roce de su mano me dejó sin palabras."

Natural Translation

The brush of her hand left me speechless.

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