Portuguese to English Dictionary (Dicionário Português-Inglês)

Blackstone

A type of stone that is black in color, often used in construction or decoration.

Blindside

To attack or strike someone from the side where they cannot see, or to surprise someone unexpectedly and typically with harmful results.

Bold Prediction

A forecast or statement about a future event that is made with significant confidence or daring, often challenging conventional wisdom or carrying a high risk of being incorrect.

Bon-Mot

A witty remark or a clever saying.

Bottomless Well

A well that has no discernible bottom, often used metaphorically to describe something that is inexhaustible or limitless.

Bursting-point

The critical limit or threshold beyond which a system, container, or individual can no longer withstand pressure or stress and gives way.

By-Hook-or-By-Crook

By any means necessary; using any method to achieve a goal.

Bèi Rènmìng Zhě

A person who has been officially appointed or designated to a specific role or position.

Calf-roping

A rodeo event in which a mounted rider must pursue a calf, throw a lasso around its neck, dismount, throw it to the ground, and tie three of its legs together as quickly as possible.

Cattleman

A person who owns, breeds, or raises cattle, especially on a large ranch.

Child-Molester

A person who sexually abuses a child.

Coattails

The success or status achieved by association with a more successful or popular person.