švelnus

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Lithuanian

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Etymology

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Possibly related to Old English hwelian (to suppurate).[1] Compare the cognates listed at Latin colostra.

Pronunciation

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Adjective

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švelnùs m (feminine švelnì, neuter švelnù) stress pattern 4

  1. soft; smooth
    Jo oda labai švelni.
    His skin is very smooth.
  2. gentle
  3. delicate
  4. tender; mild
  5. affectionate

Declension

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Derived terms

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References

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  1. ^ Walde, A., Berger, E., Hofmann, J. B. (1964). Lateinisches etymologisches Wo rterbuch. Germany: C. Winter, p. 247