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Recife

Recife is a port city located in northeastern Brazil. It is the capital of the state of Pernambuco.

Noun

Sense 1:

A city in Brazil, known for its beautiful beaches, vibrant culture, and historical sites.

Sample Sentence: The beaches in Recife are perfect for surfing and sunbathing.

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Sense 2:

A river mouth or an estuary formed by the confluence of several rivers.

Sample Sentence: The recife at the mouth of the river provides a natural habitat for various marine species.

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Verb

Sense 1:

To dig trenches or build fortifications, especially for defensive purposes.

Sample Sentence: During the war, soldiers were tasked to recife the area to protect their position.

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Sense 2:

To clean or scrape a horse's hoof using a curved implement called a recife knife.

Sample Sentence: The farrier gently recifed the horse's hoof to remove any dirt or debris.

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