pulpo

el pulpo(
pool
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poh
)
A masculine noun is used with masculine articles and adjectives (e.g., el hombre guapo, el sol amarillo).
masculine noun
a. octopus
Los pulpos son animales muy inteligentes.Octopuses are very intelligent animals.
a. bungee cord
No te preocupes por las maletas en el techo; los pulpos las mantienen ajustadas.Don't worry about the suitcases on the roof rack; they're secured with bungee cords.
3.
An offensive word or phrase used to degrade a person or group of people based on race, gender, sexual preference, etc. (e.g., redneck).
(pejorative)
(person)
a. handsy
An offensive word or phrase used to degrade a person or group of people based on race, gender, sexual preference, etc. (e.g., redneck).
(pejorative)
No te acerques a ese tipo. Es un pulpo.Don't get close to that guy. He's handsy.
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