Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

cabra-macho

noun
/ˈkɑː.brə ˈmɑː.ʧoʊ/
Definition
A term used in Portuguese to refer to a male goat, specifically an intact male, often distinguished from females and castrated males.
Examples
  • O cabra-macho estava pastando no campo.
  • A cabra-macho é conhecida por sua presença imponente.
  • Os cabras-machos geralmente têm chifres mais longos.
Meaning
In a broader cultural context, ‘cabra-macho’ can sometimes refer to a man who exhibits strong masculine traits or behaviors.
Synonyms
  • galo
  • rueiro
  • masculino