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Tag: arreglar

Definitions tagged arreglar in the street dictionary.

Emparapetao

An object that has been patched up or fixed in a makeshift, sloppy way using whatever materials were available.

Listen, throw out that emparapetao umbrella and buy yourself a new one. Aren't you embarrassed?

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refaccionar

To fix up, repair, or renovate something, commonly used when talking about cars or home improvements.

I am going to take my car to the mechanic so they can refaccionar the chassis.

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Crazy glue

Pronounced the same as in English, this is a strong adhesive or super glue used for materials like cardboard and rubber. (In Panama, crazy glue is the heavy duty alternative to goma fria, which is standard white school glue).

Buy some crazy glue to fix the purse : That won't stick with white glue, you have to use crazy glue.

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desguabinar

To be left in a wrecked, beat up, or broken-down state due to violence or rough handling; to look disheveled or have one's clothing torn after a struggle.

1: When I left the party, my dress was desguabinado because of the brawl I got caught in. 2: My car got desguabinó during the traffic accident.

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Acotejar

To get settled, get comfortable, or organize one's space. It is commonly used when someone is adjusting to a new home or situation.

...did you already get acotejate after the move?

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Engallar

To pimp out, deck out, or customize something to make it look flashy and impressive. It refers to the modification of an object, usually a vehicle, to enhance its appearance and project a more status-heavy or intimidating image. (The word relates to the pride and display of a rooster, or gallo.)

It is like when you want to look cool: for example, with a motorcycle, let's engallarla, let's put a cool disc brake on it, real smooth so it looks nice and flashy to give it a tougher look. Another example is the girls in my neighborhood who are real flirts, like my cousin who has a motto that she only gives it to two people: her boyfriend and whoever asks for it. So for her to look the part and cause a stir in the neighborhood, they dress up in their best gear and those specific styles: it is about how someone from the hood wants to feel good and have a bold image to show the world.

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desabollar

1. To pop or bang out a dent in an object caused by a hard blow. 2. To smooth out wrinkles or signs of aging (a vulgar slang metaphor for having sex with older women, as if smoothing out their skin).

1. I had a car accident yesterday, I have to go desabollar it. 2. Now Pedro is going around desabollando old ladies.

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