colo colo
Definition
A legendary wild cat from Mapuche mythology, often described as a feline born from a rooster's egg, known for its ability to bring misfortune or sickness; also the name of a historical Mapuche chief.
A prominent Chilean sports club, Club Social y Deportivo Colo-Colo, named after the historical Mapuche leader.
Examples
El hincha del Colo-Colo se puso la camiseta antes de que saliera el sol, convencido de que este año por fin ganamos todo.
The Colo-Colo fan put on his jersey before the sun came up, convinced that this year we will finally win everything.
Según la leyenda, el colo colo es un ser astuto que prefiere esconderse bajo las vigas de las casas rurales.
According to legend, the colo colo is a cunning being that prefers to hide under the beams of rural houses.
Es imposible hablar de fútbol en Chile sin que alguien inicie un debate apasionado sobre la historia de Colo-Colo.
It is impossible to talk about football in Chile without someone starting a passionate debate about the history of Colo-Colo.
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