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

Meaning

In Chile, to swear and curse out loud: letting loose a stream of profanity, usually out of anger. When someone garabatea, they are going off with insults when something sets them off.

Examples

He started garabateando when someone keyed his car on the street.

Don't garabatear in front of the kids, watch your language.

Regional synonyms

A shameless, irresponsible person who avoids their obligations without caring what anyone thinks. In Mexico, a 'vaquetón' is someone who owes everyone, never shows up when they should, and somehow always has an excuse ready, and never feels bad about any of it.