Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

facão

noun
/fæˈkɑːn/
Definition
A broad, heavy knife commonly used for cutting through vegetation or for agricultural purposes.
Examples
  • The farmer used a facão to clear the overgrown field.
  • In tropical regions, a facão is essential for harvesting crops.
Meaning
The term refers to a type of machete that is often employed in farming, gardening, or for clearing brush.
Synonyms
  • machete
  • cutlass
  • large knife