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abracadeira

nounfeminineinformal/ɐbɾɐkɐˈdɐjɾɐ/rare

a·bra·ca·dei·ra

Definition

A strong, affectionate, or enthusiastic hug; a tight and prolonged embrace.
She greeted her grandson with a warm abracadeira.
The team celebrated their victory with abracadeiras all around.

Etymology

De 'abraço' + sufixo '-adeira', formando um derivado expressivo.

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