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    Forro (en. Lining)

    /ˈforro/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    A cover that is placed over an object to protect it.
    The lining of the jacket is waterproof.
    El forro de la chaqueta es impermeable.
    Fabrics or materials used to line the interior of a garment.
    The lining of the dress is silk.
    El forro del vestido es de seda.
    In the context of books, the inside part of the cover.
    The lining of this book is decorated with illustrations.
    El forro de este libro está decorado con ilustraciones.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'forrāre', which means 'to cover'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to get involved in a forro
    To interfere in a matter that does not concern you.
    meterse en un forro
    cat lining
    Colloquial expression that refers to something of no value.
    forro de gato

    Related Words

    forrar
    To cover something with a lining.
    forrar
    forrado
    Having a lining.
    forrado

    Slang Meanings

    A dishonest or untrustworthy person.
    You can't trust that forro.
    Ese forro no se puede confiar en él.
    Referring to something that is of poor quality.
    This product is a forro, not worth it.
    Este producto es un forro, no vale la pena.