Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
cordeiro
noun
kor-DAY-roo
Definition
Cordeiro is a Portuguese word that translates to ‘lamb’ in English.
Examples
- The cordeiro grazed peacefully on the grassy hillside.
- They served cordeiro as the main dish during the festive dinner.
- We watched the cordeiro playing with its siblings in the farmyard.
Meaning
A young sheep, especially one that is not yet a year old, often noted for its tender meat and affectionate nature.
Synonyms
- lamb
- young sheep
- ewe lamb