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    Atocha (en. Atocha)

    /aˈto.tʃa/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    Herbaceous plant with long, narrow leaves.
    The atocha grows near rivers and wet areas.
    La atocha crece cerca de ríos y zonas húmedas.
    Common name for oaks or cork oaks in some regions.
    Atochas are typical in the forests of the peninsula.
    Los atochales son típicos en los bosques de la península.

    Etymology

    The term 'atocha' comes from the Hispano-Arabic 'atúja', related to wetland environments.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    go to the atocha
    To visit a familiar or usual place.
    ir a la atocha
    at the atocha
    To be in a comfortable or known place.
    en la atocha
    make the most of the atocha
    To take full advantage of a situation or resource.
    sacarle provecho a la atocha

    Related Words

    rush
    A plant similar to the atocha, which grows in wet places.
    junco
    plant
    A plant that can be used in landscaping or medicine.
    planta
    wetland
    An area where water covers the ground during parts of the year.
    humedal

    Slang Meanings

    An attraction or popular place for young people.
    That party was the atocha of the weekend.
    Esa fiesta fue la atocha del fin de semana.
    A situation of chaos or disorder.
    The place became a atocha when the rain started.
    El lugar se volvió una atocha cuando comenzó la lluvia.