"ai, meu canário" meaning in All languages combined

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Interjection [Portuguese]

IPA: /ˈaj | mew kɐˈna.ɾju/ [Portugal]
Etymology: A minced oath of ai o caralho, Thus, they avoid naming animals, which, poor things, accompany offensive and degrading phrases. The call of the canary relieves tension and is more pleasant for bystanders.' Etymology templates: {{m|es|ai o caralho}} ai o caralho Head templates: {{head|pt|interjection|head=ai, meu canário|sort=}} ai, meu canário, {{pt-interj}} ai, meu canário
  1. (minced oath, Portugal) expression of surprise, contempt, outrage, disgust, boredom, frustration Tags: Portugal Categories (topical): Portuguese minced oaths
    Sense id: en-ai,_meu_canário-pt-intj-FWwp7mZV Categories (other): European Portuguese, Portuguese entries with incorrect language header

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