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    Embozo (en. Bed skirting)

    /emˈβo.θo/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    A cape or part of clothing used to cover the head.
    The embozo of the cape gave her a mysterious air.
    El embozo de la capa le daba un aire misterioso.
    Garment worn on the head in some traditional outfits.
    The embozo the woman had on was in bright colors.
    El embozo que llevaba la mujer era de colores vivos.
    A type of veil that covers the face.
    The embozo protected her from the sun during her journey.
    El embozo le protegía del sol durante su camino.

    Etymology

    From Hispano-Arabic 'mubḍhā', which means 'covering'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    with the embozo well positioned
    It means being prepared or having the proper disposition for something.
    con el embozo bien puesto

    Related Words

    embozar
    To cover or conceal something with an embozo or veil.
    embozar
    cover
    Something that covers or encloses something.
    cubierta
    headpiece
    Garment worn on the head.
    tocado

    Slang Meanings

    To be in a complicated situation.
    I don't know how we got out of this embozo.
    No sé cómo salimos de este embozo.
    Bun or messy hairstyle.
    Today I made an embozo in my hair.
    Hoy me hice un embozo en el cabello.