caracole

car·a·cole

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Transcription

- US Pronunciation
- US IPA
- UK Pronunciation
- UK IPA
- [kar-uh-kohl]
- /ˈkær əˌkoʊl/
- /ˈkæ.rək.əʊl/

- US Pronunciation
- US IPA
- [kar-uh-kohl]
- /ˈkær əˌkoʊl/

Definitions of caracole word

noun caracole a half turn to the right or left 3
noun caracole a spiral staircase 3
verb caracole to execute a half turn to the right or left 3
noun caracole a half turn to the right or left made by a horse with a rider 3
intransitive verb caracole to make a caracole or caracoles 3
noun caracole a half turn executed by a horse and rider. 1

See all 13 definitions of caracole

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Origin of caracole

First appearance:

before 1650

One of the 45% oldest English words

1650-60; < French < Spanish caracol snail, spiral shell or stair, turning movement (of a horse)

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Parts of speech for Caracole

noun

adjective

verb

adverb

pronoun

preposition

conjunction

determiner

exclamation

Full grammatical hierarchy of Caracole

caracole popularity

A pretty common term. Usually people know it’s meaning, but prefer to use a more spread out synonym. About 59% of English native speakers know the meaning and use word.

According to our data about 55% of words is more used. This is a rare but used term. It occurs in the pages of specialized literature and in the speech of educated people.

caracole usage trend in Literature

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Synonyms for caracole

verb caracole

fool around — a silly or stupid person; a person who lacks judgment or sense.
gambol — to skip about, as in dancing or playing; frolic.
romp — to play or frolic in a lively or boisterous manner.
caper — Capers are the small green buds of caper plants. They are usually sold preserved in vinegar.
play — a dramatic composition or piece; drama.

All 19 Synonyms of caracole