| Webster's Online Dictionary |
| Expressions | Domain | Definition | |
| Estar chiro | Slang | Adverb, Adjective. Source: Linguistic 101 students at the University of Oregon. Definition: Closely resembling the English expression "to be broke" in meaning, the sociological implications are much greater however. Context: This term is employed to describe someone who is without money. Not necessarily used to refer to bankruptcy, but it is rather employed to indicate that one is without money cash at a given moment. Social Source: Small group of Hispanos Andinos, Andine Hispanics. Source: Compiled by The University of Oregon. (additional references) | |
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