nounmasculinepl: arranques
start, starting, jerk, sudden movement
1. The act of starting an engine or vehicle
The car's start was smooth and powerful.
O arranque do carro foi suave e potente.
2. A sudden, violent movement or jerk
He gave a sudden jerk of his arm.
Ele deu um arranque repentino do braço.
3. A burst of speed or acceleration
The runner's explosive start gave him an advantage.
O arranque explosivo do corredor lhe deu vantagem.
4. In mechanics, the starter motor or starting device
The starter motor needs replacement.
O arranque do motor precisa ser substituído.
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