aficionado
dabbler ; dilettante ; hobbyist ; non-specialist [nonspecialist] ; buff ; enthusiast ; aficionado.
This article examines 3 different types of user - the dabbler, the researcher and the beginner - and their possible reactions to CD-ROM software.
As far as he was concerned the study of nonverbal communication was a pseudo-science, the work of dilettantes and other futile souls.
We do not regard such a thing as at all odd when hobbyists meet; rather, we encourage it.
However, most emergencies arise from water leakage and much can be done by the non-specialist to alleviate the damage.
His intriguing book will be of interest to both buffs and scholars.
Videodiscs can provide high capacity secondary storage and it is possible for the personal computer enthusiast to make use of a home video recorder in this way.
Garlic cloves continue to be used by aficionados as a remedy for digestive disorders and fungal infections such as thrush.
aficionada a la vela
yachtswoman [yachtswomen, -pl.]
A British yachtswoman has become the first woman to sail solo, non-stop, both ways around the world.
aficionado a contemplar las estrellas
stargazer
On the 19th of November stargazers will be able to see hundreds of shooting stars every hour.
aficionado a hacer punto
knitter
A circle of knitters who meet for a natter have ended up netting a massive £4973 for charity.
aficionado a la cerveza
beer lover
The fermentation process is very similar to wine which is why wine lovers are generally more into sake than beer lovers.
aficionado a la cocina
foodie [foody]
For any foodie who's serious about cooking from scratch, a mortar and pestle is an absolute must.
aficionado a la cocina, sibarita, gourmet, gastrónomo, epicúreo
foodie [foody]
For any foodie who's serious about cooking from scratch, a mortar and pestle is an absolute must.
aficionado a la historia
history buff
To effectively understand the times and places in history, it is necessary for historians and history buffs to use a timeline maintain a logical order of events.
aficionado a la informática
computer buff
Formerly reserved for use by scientists, researchers, and computer buffs, computer networks now have capabilities that make them extremely useful to science teachers and their classes.
aficionado a la pesca
fishing-hobbyist
So we see extraordinary hardships cheerfully borne (indeed, apparently enjoyed) by zealous mountaineers, earnest single-handed yachtsmen floating round the world, and all-weather fishing-hobbyists sit patiently at the side of, and sometimes in, rivers, undeterred by the paucity of their catches.
aficionado a la vela
yachtsman [yachtsmen, -pl.]
So we see extraordinary hardships cheerfully borne (indeed, apparently enjoyed) by zealous mountaineers, earnest single-handed yachtsmen floating round the world, and all-weather fishing-hobbyists sit patiently at the side of, and sometimes in, rivers, undeterred by the paucity of their catches.
aficionado al deporte
sports enthusiast
Many sports enthusiasts have had the frustrating experience of problems due to sports injuries.
aficionado al fútbol
football supporter
football fan
Football violence in the 90s decreased and the credit has been given to the increased use of ecstasy by football supporters .
A football fan has paid the ultimate tribute to his favourite club by naming his daughter after it.
aficionado al teatro
theatre buff
The aesthetic judgments of experts, theater buffs, and novices were compared .
aficionado al vino
wine lover
The fermentation process is very similar to wine which is why wine lovers are generally more into sake than beer lovers.
aficionado a mirar las estrellas
stargazer
On the 19th of November stargazers will be able to see hundreds of shooting stars every hour.
aficionado a navegar
boater
Boaters enjoy the feel of sun and spray and so it's tempting to boat without wearing a life jacket - especially on nice days.
aficionado a observar las estrellas
stargazer
On the 19th of November stargazers will be able to see hundreds of shooting stars every hour.
aficionado a todo lo militar
military buff
This unique, well-written, and intriguing volume is a valuable resource for military buffs and historians, and for students of American popular culture.
ser aficionado a
be fond of
MARIAN EVANS, who wrote as GEORGE ELIOT, was at times fond of identifying herself as MRS. GEORGE HENRY LEWES, and eventually actually became MRS. JOHN WALTER CROSS.
