Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
carcamano
noun
kar-kah-mah-no
Definition
A term used primarily in Portuguese-speaking cultures to describe a person who is considered shabby or low in social status.
Examples
- After the long trip, I felt like a carcamano in my old clothes.
- Despite his carcamano appearance, he had a wealth of knowledge.
- The carcamano look of the restaurant didn’t deter us from enjoying the food.
Meaning
In a casual context, it refers to someone who appears disheveled or lacks sophistication.
Synonyms
- shabby
- unkempt
- scruffy
- dowdy