Camello (en. Camel)

/kaˈme.ʎo/

Meaning & Definition

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noun

Large terrestrial mammal, characterized by its humps and inhabiting arid regions.

The camel is known for its resistance to heat and lack of water.

El camello es conocido por su resistencia al calor y la falta de agua.

Person who engages in illegal activities, especially in drug trafficking.

They say he is a camel because he transports drugs from one place to another.

Se dice que él es un camello porque transporta drogas de un lugar a otro.

From the Hispanic Arabic 'jamály', in turn from the Arabic 'جمل' (jamal), which means 'camel'.

water camel

A type of camel recommended for long journeys in the desert.

camello de agua

to play the camel

Expression that means to carry weights on one's back like a camel does.

hacer el camello

to be a camel

Indicates that someone is engaged in selling or transporting drugs.

ser un camello

giraffe

African mammal with a long neck.

jirafa

elephant

Large animal with a long trunk.

elefante

desert

Extensive area of arid land with sparse vegetation.

desierto

Person who transports drugs.

That guy is a camel; he’s always carrying things from one place to another.

Ese tipo es un camello; siempre está llevando cosas de un lado a otro.

Someone who carries weights on their back.

At work, everyone is a camel, carrying heavy things.

En el trabajo, todos son camellos, cargando cosas pesadas.