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/Sounds like the English word "cotill" + "eh" (as in "egg") + "AHR" (as in "art")/

Meaning

To gossip or meddle in other people's lives out of pure curiosity in Spain. Cotillear is a national sport, everyone does it, especially during afternoon coffee.

Examples

She called me just to gossip about the neighbors.

Stop gossiping and mind your own business.

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Regional synonyms

An upper-class woman in Chile who flaunts her status with designer clothes and an air of superiority. It's the feminine version of 'cuico' and is used in a derogatory way.