Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
lixeira
noun
lee-SHAY-rah
Definition
A container for trash or garbage, commonly used for waste disposal.
Examples
- She put the old newspapers in the lixeira.
- It’s important to keep the lixeira closed to avoid attracting pests.
- Every building should have a lixeira to promote cleanliness.
Meaning
In Portuguese, ‘lixeira’ refers to a bin or receptacle where waste materials are thrown away.
Synonyms
- cesto de lixo
- caçamba
- descarte