Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
palitar
Verb
/paliˈtaʁ/
Definition
To pick or to poke at something, often used in the context of cleaning teeth or removing food from between teeth.
Examples
- É importante palitar os dentes após as refeições para manter uma boa higiene bucal.
- Ele sempre usa um palito para palitar os dentes depois de comer.
Meaning
The act of using a small stick or tool to clean one’s teeth or to remove obstructions from between the teeth.
Synonyms
- Limpar
- Retirar
- Procurar