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    Lorío (en. Lorikeet)

    /loˈɾio/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    A bird of the parrot family, characterized by its bright plumage.
    The lorikeet was the prettiest of all the birds in the park.
    El lorío era el más bonito de todos los pájaros del parque.
    It is said of a person who has a cheerful and playful character.
    He is always in a good mood; he's a real lorikeet.
    Siempre está de buen humor, es un verdadero lorío.

    Etymology

    From the term in indigenous languages that designates colorful birds.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    caged lorikeet
    It refers to someone who lives in a restricted or limited manner.
    lorío enjaulado
    to be a lorikeet
    It reflects the playful or pleasant character of a person.
    ser un lorío

    Related Words

    parrot
    A bird of the same family, often larger and less colorful than the lorikeet.
    loro
    bird
    A flying animal characterized by having feathers and wings.
    pájaro

    Slang Meanings

    A person who talks a lot and non-stop.
    That girl is a lorikeet; she never shuts up.
    Esa chica es un lorío, nunca se calla.
    Something very fun or entertaining.
    The party became a lorikeet when the music started.
    La fiesta se volvió un lorío cuando empezó la música.