Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
catatau
Noun
/katəˈtau/
Definition
A term used in Portuguese, often used informally to refer to something large or an issue that is difficult to manage.
Examples
- Ele trouxe um catatau de livros para a escola.
- O projeto se transformou em um catatau que ninguém queria enfrentar.
Meaning
A heavy or large object; often used metaphorically to describe a big problem or a complicated situation.
Synonyms
- monstro
- elefante
- problemão