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/Sounds like "BWEE" + "treh" (as in "tread")/

Meaning

A vulture, someone who preys on others' weaknesses or misfortunes to benefit themselves. The opportunist who shows up the moment someone hits rock bottom.

Examples

He swooped in like a vulture when he heard she was selling the apartment.

Surrounded by vultures who only want her money.

Regional synonyms
Bandera de Venezuela
Zamuro

To disappear from social life and hole up somewhere private, like an animal retreating to its cave. In Mexico, when you encuevarte you stop answering calls, skip going out, and cut contact with the world until you feel ready to resurface. It can be a response to conflict, heartbreak, or simply needing a real break from people.