catorcio — meaning in English
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English meaning
- banger noun Something or someone that makes a loud, sudden noise.
- contraption noun A machine or device that looks complicated, unusual, or unreliable.
- contrivance noun A machine or tool designed to carry out a particular job.
- crock noun A container made of stoneware or earthenware, such as a jar or pot.
- jalopy noun An old, run-down car, especially one that still somehow runs.
Senses
catorcio is used for these senses in English:
- banger (automotive, slang) An old, worn-out car. From a stereotypical one backfiring, making banging noises.
- contraption (figuratively, derogatory, or, ironic) Any object.
- contrivance Something overly artful or artificial.
- crock (UK) An old or broken-down vehicle (and formerly a horse or ewe).
- jalopy (US, dated) An old, dilapidated or unpretentious automobile.
banger — full definition
- noun Something or someone that makes a loud, sudden noise.
- noun A small firework that goes off with a loud bang.
- noun (informal, vulgar) Someone who has sex.
- noun (informal) An old car in poor condition, so called because its engine tends to backfire noisily.
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