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A derogatory term for a woman who lacks style and is considered unattractive, yet is very easy to hook up with. They are generally not respected and are viewed as a last resort when no other options are available.
Joel: And who is that girl that everyone is greeting and touching? Manuel: Oh man, you do not know her? That girl is the biggest Grillo at the university, dude.
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An unattractive woman or one who is not physically appealing (literally, a cricket).
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A slang term for the side pockets of a pair of pants. It is commonly used in neighborhood street talk to refer to the compartment where you stash your keys, phone, or wallet.
Put your ID in the front grillo so it doesn't fall out while we walk.
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A manipulative political schemer or agitator who stirs up trouble and discord. This person specializes in sabotaging initiatives or creating chaos through intrigue and backstabbing, usually within organizations, unions, or political circles.
Stop listening to that grillo, all he wants is to rile people up so the new union rules don't get approved.
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A shady political operator or schemer who focuses on backroom deals and intrigue for personal gain. It describes someone who opportunistically manipulates people within political parties, unions, or the government to climb the ladder (the term literally means cricket, referring to the constant noise of political chatter and maneuvering).
That guy is the worst kind of Grillo, he just spends his time spreading rumors in the union to see what position he can get in the next elections.
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In Dominican neighborhoods, a Grillo is a woman considered promiscuous because she jumps from man to man like a cricket. It is synonymous with calling someone an avion (airplane). While the street definition focuses on behavior regardless of looks, upper-class youth often use the term to mean an ugly girl.
A girl might look like a celebrity, but if she is easy and hooks up with everyone, then in the neighborhood they label her a Grillo or an avion.
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A trashy, worthless woman or a total slut. (In Dominican slang, the term literally means cricket and refers to someone considered low-class or highly promiscuous).
Miguel married that grillo, but that girl is something else, she has been with the whole neighborhood.
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A woman who is physically unattractive or unkempt and has a reputation for being promiscuous or overly flirtatious. She hits on every man she sees, but most men avoid her because of her reputation or appearance. (A chivirica is a similar Dominican term for a girl who is provocatively dressed and flirtatious).
Yoel: Damn dude, who is that girl? She tells every guy that walks by that she likes him and they all go running. Pedro: Bro, you don't know who she is? That is the neighborhood grillo.
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An unattractive woman who is easy to pick up or seduce.
You always remind me of a grillo.
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A slang term for a violinist or fiddler, especially in the folk music scene. It is a common nickname used in traditional gatherings or bands. (In Argentina, a peña is a community social space centered around traditional folk music, food, and dance).
We are going to the peña on Sunday because a Grillo from Tucuman who kills it is playing.
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A political operator or political animal who is deeply involved in the intrigues and power struggles of an institution or government. It describes a shrewd person who is adept at navigating the world of political influence, often implying they are more focused on backroom deals than public service.
Do not believe that candidate too much, he has been a grillo for years and knows exactly what to say to win people over.
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A person who stirs the pot, creates drama, or agitates others, especially within political or workplace environments. It refers to someone who loves being in the middle of a mess and causing friction among colleagues or peers. (In Mexico, this usually describes someone constantly meddling in office or party politics to cause trouble).
Watch out for that guy because he is such a Grillo, he has already started spreading gossip to turn everyone against the coordinator.
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