Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

cacamba

noun
/ka’kɐ̃bɐ/
Definition
A term used in Brazilian Portuguese, commonly referring to a container or receptacle, often used for waste collection.
Examples
  • Ela jogou o lixo na cacamba da obra.
  • Depois da festa, havia uma cacamba de papel e plástico no chão.
  • Precisamos chamar a empresa para levar a cacamba de entulho.
Meaning
In a broader sense, it can also suggest a large heap or pile of something, not just limited to a container. The term is sometimes used colloquially to denote a mess or disorganized collection of items.
Synonyms
  • recipiente
  • caixa
  • depósito
  • lixão