Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

pe-rapado

adjective
peh-rah-PAH-doo
Definition
A term used in Brazilian Portuguese to refer to someone who has a shaved head, typically associated with a particular style or subculture.
Examples
  • O jovem estava com o cabelo pe-rapado e usava uma jaqueta de couro.
  • A nova tendência entre os adolescentes é o estilo pe-rapado.
Meaning
In a broader sense, ‘pe-rapado’ can also denote a certain aesthetic or lifestyle choice, often connected to individuality and self-expression.
Synonyms
  • raspado
  • careca
  • nua