Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

chifre

Noun

kee-freh

Definition

A horn or a horned animal. It can also refer to a situation where someone is cheated on in a romantic relationship, particularly in Portuguese-speaking cultures.

Examples

The deer has magnificent chifres, making it look majestic in the forest.
He found out he was living with chifres when he discovered his partner’s infidelity.

Meaning

In zoology, ‘chifre’ refers to a hard, bony structure that protrudes from the heads of certain animals, often used for defense or display. In slang, it denotes betrayal in romantic contexts.