Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

picada

noun
/piˈkada/
Definition
A small bite or sting, typically from an insect or animal.
Examples
  • After the picada from the mosquito, she felt an itchy sensation on her skin.
  • The doctor cleaned the picada from the bee before applying a bandage.
  • He received a picada while hiking through the bushes.
Meaning
In Portuguese, ‘picada’ refers to a bite or sting caused by a bug or a sharp object. It can also mean a cut or a small incision.
Synonyms
  • bite
  • sting
  • prick