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/Sounds like "lah" (as in "lava") + "DEH" (as in "debt") + "roh" (as in "row")/

Meaning

In Argentina, the sidekick: the person who always accompanies the star or main character, following along and never taking the spotlight. The ladero is the loyal companion who never shines on their own.

Examples

He's the comedian and the other guy plays ladero on the show.

He was always the ladero of the group, never makes a decision alone.

Regional synonyms

To be in an extremely difficult and urgent situation, on the verge of being overwhelmed by accumulated problems, debts, or pressures. The image of someone who can barely keep their head above water.