Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
borra
Noun
/ˈbɔːrə/
Definition
A term used in Portuguese to refer to residue or sediment, often from liquids.
Examples
- The borra in the bottom of the wine barrel was a sign of fermentation.
- After brewing coffee, some borra remained at the bottom of the cup.
Meaning
Borra is commonly associated with the remains left after a liquid has been processed or settled, such as the sediment at the bottom of a container.
Synonyms
- sediment
- residue
- lees
- sludge