Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

cuca

Noun

/ˈkuː.kə/

Definition

Cuca is a term used in various contexts, particularly in Brazilian Portuguese, often referring to a type of sweet bread or pastry. It can also refer to a colloquial expression for ‘head’ or ‘mind.’

Examples

The ‘cuca’ is often enjoyed during festive occasions in Brazil.
After a long day, he needed to ‘tirar a cuca’ and relax.

Meaning

In culinary terms, cuca refers to a traditional cake that is usually made with fruits and topped with a crumbly streusel. In a more colloquial sense, cuca can be used to refer to one’s mind or head, particularly in phrases like ‘tirar a cuca’ which means to clear one’s head.