Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
presa
Noun
/ˈpreɪzə/
Definition
The term ‘presa’ refers to a state of capture or being seized. It is often used in contexts related to holding or possessing something.
Examples
- Ela foi a presa numa armadilha do predador.
- Os investigadores encontraram a presa em um local isolado.
- A presa escapou antes que o caçador pudesse ela.
Meaning
In Portuguese, ‘presa’ can denote both a noun and an adjective, highlighting the act of being captured or a being that is captured.
Synonyms
- Captura
- Conquista
- Vítima