Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

estribo

Noun
/esˈtɾibu/
Definition
A small platform or support, often used in the context of riding or mounting a horse, but can also refer to specific literary or technical terms in Portuguese.
Examples
  • O estribo da sela é o local onde o cavaleiro apoia o pé.
  • Na anatomia, o estribo é um dos ossos do ouvido médio que transmite som.
Meaning
In a broader sense, it refers to a point of support or support structure.
Synonyms
  • suporte
  • apoio