Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

barraco

noun
/baˈʁaku/
Definition
A small, often makeshift, shelter or hut, typically made from basic materials.
Examples
  • The family lived in a barraco on the outskirts of the city.
  • During the storm, the roof of the barraco leaked heavily.
  • Many barracos are constructed from scrap materials.
Meaning
In Portuguese, ‘barraco’ refers to a simple dwelling or shack, often found in informal settlements. It conveys a sense of rudimentary living conditions.
Synonyms
  • shack
  • hut
  • shanty