rakk

Pronunciation: /ˈrɑkː/

“rakk” is an Estonian word. Its 7 meanings in English:

noun

cell
The smallest structural and functional unit of a living organism, which is able to function by itself.
blister
The nest of a hornet or a wasp.
parrel
A piece of metal or rope for keeping a yard or gaff attached to the mast of a ship.
small dog

Etymology

From Proto-Finnic *rakko. Cognate with Finnish, Votic, Livvi, and Ingrian rakko (“bladder; blister”) and Ludian rakk (“blister”). The definition of 'cell' was gained in literary language.

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