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/Sounds like "ah" (as in "art") + "BYOHN"/

Meaning

In Mexico, someone sharp and quick-witted who reads situations fast and acts before anyone else does. You can also use it as a verb: "avionearse" means to wake up, get smart, and move before it is too late. Being called "avion" is a compliment.

Examples

That guy is sharp, he signed the contract before anyone else even realized it was available.

Be smart about it and get there early to grab a good spot.

Regional synonyms

To carry a small child in your arms or to pamper and spoil someone with affectionate attention. In Costa Rica and Nicaragua, "chinear" is one of the most tender verbs in everyday speech. It is what grandparents do to grandchildren and what loving overprotection looks like in action.