Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

cepo

noun
ˈseɪ.po
Definition
A Portuguese word that translates to ‘stump’ or ‘stub’ in English.
Examples
  • The old tree was cut down, leaving just a cepo in the yard.
  • After many years, the cepo still remains as a reminder of the once tall tree.
Meaning
In a literal sense, ‘cepo’ refers to the remaining part of a tree trunk after it has been cut down. Figuratively, it might denote something that is left over or residual.
Synonyms
  • stump
  • stub
  • base