14:41 Aug 19, 2019 |
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English language (monolingual) [PRO] Tech/Engineering - Automotive / Cars & Trucks | |||||||
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coils Explanation: If the author of the source text was French-speaking, he might have mistakenly used the word 'spools' to refer to the car engine parts known as 'coils' - since 'bobine', the French word for 'coil', also translates as 'spool' in English. https://www.linguee.com/english-french/search?source=auto&query=spool https://www.linguee.com/english-french/search?source=auto&query=coil |
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spool furniture Explanation: An American style of machine-made furniture especially popular during the 1800´s, by posts and supports carved in a series of knobs or spools. https://www.etsy.com/mx/listing/622069510/spool-bar-table?ga... |
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