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palomo
What does palomo mean?
A naive, gullible person who gets taken advantage of; a soft touch. Literally 'young pigeon'.
"No seas palomo, esa oferta es una estafa."
Origin
Dominican Spanish; from 'palomo' (pigeon).
Frequently asked questions
What does palomo mean in Dominican slang?
It means a naive, gullible person who is easily fooled or taken advantage of — a pushover.
Why is a naive person called a palomo?
'Palomo' literally means a young pigeon, evoking something soft and easily caught.
Is palomo an insult?
It's mildly insulting, implying the person is a soft touch, but it's informal rather than vulgar.
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