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to Portuguese-ify / to adapt to Portuguese
verbgeneral useuncommon/ɐpuɾtuɣɨˈzaɾ/a·por·tu·gue·sar
Definition
1To adapt a foreign word, expression, or custom to the Portuguese language or culture.
Usage examples
“The word 'futebol' is a foreign term adapted to Portuguese from English 'football'.”
“The immigrants ended up adapting some of their traditions to Portuguese ways.”