Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
cucaracha
noun
/ˌkuː.kəˈrɑː.tʃə/
Definition
A term commonly used in Spanish-speaking countries referring to a cockroach, often associated with its presence in homes and urban areas.
Examples
- After the rain, a cucaracha scurried across the kitchen floor.
- She screamed when she saw a cucaracha crawling on the wall.
- The pest control service specializes in eliminating cucarachas from homes.
Meaning
The word is derived from the Spanish language and goes beyond just referring to a specific insect; it often invokes feelings of disgust or annoyance due to the common association with cleanliness and pest control.
Synonyms
- cockroach
- blattodea
- roach
