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    Coyote (en. Coyote)

    /koˈjote/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    Mammal of the family Canidae that lives in North America.
    The coyote is known for its characteristic howl.
    El coyote es conocido por su aullido característico.
    Person who helps others cross the border illegally, especially in the United States.
    Many migrants trust coyotes to reach their destination.
    Muchos migrantes confían en coyotes para llegar a su destino.
    In popular culture, a cunning and sly character, often depicted in cartoons.
    I love the coyote character in cartoons!
    ¡Me encanta el personaje del coyote en los dibujos animados!

    Etymology

    From the Nahuatl 'coyotl'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    bad coyote
    Reference to a migrant who acts illegally or dishonestly.
    coyote malo
    hunt like a coyote
    To act cunningly or manipulatively to achieve a goal.
    cazar como un coyote
    to be a coyote
    Reference to a person who smuggles migrants.
    ser un coyote

    Related Words

    canine
    Related to the Canidae family.
    canino
    migrant
    A person who moves from one place to another, usually in search of better living conditions.
    migrante
    smuggling
    Illegal activity of trading prohibited products.
    contrabando

    Slang Meanings

    Coyote that acts deceitfully.
    That coyote did not fulfill the promise and left the migrants on the route.
    Ese coyote no cumplió con lo prometido y dejó a los migrantes en la ruta.
    Coyote that helps cross the border.
    Coyotes are often criticized for their role in human trafficking.
    Los coyotes son a menudo criticados por su papel en el tráfico de personas.