No. 7,516 in Catalan
baixam
"Baixam" in Catalan refers to the "lower rigging" of a ship.
In a sentence
Vaig fer servir el baixam per moure les maletes.
I used the luggage trolley to move the suitcases.
Here, 'baixam' refers to a trolley or device to help with carrying heavy items.
El baixam de la feina m'ha deixat esgotat.
The load of work has left me exhausted.
In this context, 'baixam' metaphorically signifies a heavy burden or load.
La pluja va arrossegar el baixam cap al riu.
The rain dragged the clutter down to the river.
Here, 'baixam' suggests a collection of items or debris being carried away.
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