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noun

la arracada

earring

Definition & meaning

An arracada is an earring, especially a hoop-shaped one. It can also refer more generally to a dangling earring.

Grammar & Word origin

Arracada is a feminine noun: la arracada; plural las arracadas. The word is generally traced to Hispano-Arabic, with a possible sense related to swinging or dangling.

Synonyms & antonyms

There is no direct antonym. Related terms include:

  • pendiente — a general word for an earring; not necessarily hoop-shaped.
  • arete — common in many parts of Latin America; also a general term for an earring.
  • zarcillo — another word for an earring, with usage varying by region.

Common phrases & collocations

  • llevar arracadas — to wear hoop earrings
  • arracadas de oro — gold hoop earrings
  • ponerse una arracada — to put on an earring

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Examples

La arracada antigua brillaba bajo la luz.noun

The old earring shone under the light.

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