Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
peteca
Noun
/peˈte.kɐ/
Definition
A traditional Brazilian game similar to badminton, played with a hand-crafted shuttlecock and typically enjoyed outdoors.
Examples
- During our trip to Brazil, we played peteca on the beach and had so much fun.
- He made a beautiful peteca from colorful feathers and a wooden handle.
Meaning
The term ‘peteca’ refers to both the shuttlecock used in the game and the game itself. It has roots in indigenous Brazilian culture.
Synonyms
- Shuttlecock
- Badminton