Macajuel
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /mɑk.ɑ.wɛl/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Macajuel is a noun meaning (chiefly Trinidad and Tobago) A Boa constrictor.
Meaning
(chiefly Trinidad and Tobago) A Boa constrictor.
Example Sentences
"Macajuels ain't poisonous." She glanced over his shoulder into the distance. Faizal frowned. How did they know so much about snakes?
Danger is also attributed to their breath — no macajuel should "blow" on [some]one. […] This belief persists and is attributable to the fact that an enraged or injured macajuel will hiss and "blow" loudly.
Word Forms
- macajuels
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include jiboa, jiboia, giboya, giboia, cajuela, cutacoo.
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