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    Mero (en. Mere)

    /ˈme.ɾo/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    Indicator of something that is pure or simple.
    The mere fact of participating is what matters.
    El mero hecho de participar es lo que cuenta.
    In some contexts, it can refer to a type of fish.
    The mero is a highly valued fish in gastronomy.
    El mero es un pez muy apreciado en la gastronomía.
    adjective
    That is only or exclusively that.
    It was a mere accident.
    Fue un mero accidente.
    Without addition or complication.
    His explanation was mere words.
    Su explicación fue mero palabrería.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'merus', meaning pure or simple.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    mere formality
    Simple process without complications.
    mero trámite
    mere spectator
    Someone who merely observes without participating.
    mero espectador
    mere formalism
    Compliance with procedures without depth.
    mero formalismo

    Related Words

    merely
    In a pure or simple manner.
    meramente
    meros
    Plural of mero, related to aspects of simplicity or to a type of fish.
    meros

    Slang Meanings

    A person who has no importance in a group.
    Don't worry, you are a mere.
    No te preocupes, eres un mero.
    Something that is trivial or without relevance.
    That is a mere detail.
    Eso es un mero detalle.