Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
remela
Noun
/ɾeˈmɛlɐ/

Definition
A term used in Portuguese to describe the crusty or sticky discharge that can accumulate in the corners of the eyes, especially after sleeping.

Examples
- After a long night’s sleep, I woke up with a bit of remela in my eyes.
- She gently wiped away the remela before putting on her makeup.

Meaning
Eye crust or sleep; the small particles that collect in the eyes overnight and can be wiped away upon waking.

Synonyms
- Eye booger
- Sleep
- Eye discharge