Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

porta-malas

noun
/ˈpɔːrtəˌmɑːləs/
Definition
A compartment in a vehicle for storing luggage or other items; the trunk.
Examples
  • The family packed their bags into the porta-malas before leaving for vacation.
  • Make sure to close the porta-malas securely to avoid losing anything on the road.
  • He popped the lid of the porta-malas to retrieve the spare tire.
Meaning
The space in a car generally used to store bags and other belongings during travel.
Synonyms
  • trunk
  • boot
  • storage space