Definitions
from The Century Dictionary.
- noun See
churrus .
from the GNU version of the Collaborative International Dictionary of English.
- noun The gum resin of the hemp plant (
Cannabis sativa ). Same aschurrus .
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- noun Alternative form of
churrus .
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Examples
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In exchange for these goods one-third or one-fourth of the sale proceeds is brought in gold coins of Russia and Bokhara, and the remainder mostly in silk, horses, charras, and silk clothing made in Bokhara. 30
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At friendly informal, events and demonstrations within the framework of the charreada, the courageous charras invariably rack up plenty of well-deserved applause.
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At friendly informal, events and demonstrations within the framework of the charreada, the courageous charras invariably rack up plenty of well-deserved applause.
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The daring charras, often referred to as amazonas, execute their intricate movements at a full gallop while mounted side-saddle.
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Young women, the Adelitas or charras form mounted drill teams of 7 or 8 called escaramuzas or the skirmish.
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Charros and charras are the heroes of a drama involving an elaborate system of etiquette and rules.
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The daring charras, often referred to as amazonas, execute their intricate movements at a full gallop while mounted side-saddle.
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Today, in the midst of change, tensions and uncertainties, many feel a need to be involved with their heritage by becoming charros and charras.
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He lived in the Indian Himalayas for several years, living the life of a true charsí (master of charras-making).
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It became very clear that there was one place that could not be overlooked: the region of the Himalayas, particularly the Indian side, where the best charras and creams are from.
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