spiro

/ˈspaɪroʊ/

Definitions

1. noun

a type of dance, especially a style of flamenco originating from Spain.

“She practiced her spiro for the upcoming performance.”

2. noun

a genus of insects in the family Culicidae, including mosquitoes.

“The spiro mosquito is a major vector of malaria.”

3. verb

to breathe or breathe out, often with a sudden or noticeable movement.

“He spiro loudly, blowing out the candles on his birthday cake.”

Synonyms

  • breathe
  • flamenco
  • mosquito

Antonyms

  • inhale
  • silence