No. 948 in Italian
presa
The Italian word "presa" means "grip," "hold," "seizure," or "outlet," depending on the context.
In a sentence
La presa della corrente è difettosa.
The electrical outlet is defective.
Commercial term, refers to an electrical outlet.
Mi hai preso alla sprovvista.
You caught me off guard.
Past participle form of verb 'prendere', used figuratively.
Questa è una buona presa per arrampicarsi.
This is a good hold for climbing.
Noun form denoting a hold or grip used in physical activities.
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