tassel
US /ˈtæs.əl/
UK /ˈtæs.əl/
1.
borla, pingente
a finishing decoration consisting of a bunch of threads or cords, fastened at one end and hanging free at the other, used on clothes, curtains, or other items
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The graduation cap had a golden tassel.
O capelo de formatura tinha uma borla dourada.
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She decorated the cushions with decorative tassels.
Ela decorou as almofadas com borlas decorativas.
2.
espiga, flor masculina do milho
the male flower of a corn plant, consisting of a stalk bearing a spike of small flowers
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The corn plant developed a large tassel at its top.
A planta de milho desenvolveu uma grande espiga no topo.
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Farmers observe the corn tassels to determine pollination time.
Os agricultores observam as espigas de milho para determinar o tempo de polinização.
1.
formar borlas, espigar
to form or hang in a tassel or tassels
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The threads began to tassel at the edges of the fabric.
Os fios começaram a formar borlas nas bordas do tecido.
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The corn stalks will soon tassel, indicating maturity.
Os caules de milho em breve formarão espigas, indicando maturidade.