Muley (en. Muley)
/mu.lei/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishSpanish
noun
Hornless ram.
The muley is a type of sheep characterized by its lack of horns.
El muley es una especie de oveja que se caracteriza por su falta de cuernos.
A person or thing that lacks some usual characteristic.
That muley does not have the agility of a young one.
Ese muley no tiene la agilidad de un joven.
Etymology
Comes from the Hispanic Arabic 'mulay', which means 'lord' or 'master'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
to be muley
To be shy or not very bold.
ser muley
to be like a muley
To be in an unfavorable or complicated situation.
estar como muley
Related Words
ram
A ram that has horns.
ram
sheep
Grazing animal, similar to the muley but generally with horns.
oveja
Slang Meanings
A person who stands out for their lack of cunning.
Don't be a muley, learn to defend yourself.
No seas muley, aprende a defenderte.
Someone who is easily led.
That guy is a muley, he always does what he's told.
Ese tipo es un muley, siempre hace lo que le dicen.