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/Sounds like "LEE" (as in "lead") + "loh" (as in "loan")/

Meaning

A historical Chicano slang term for a gay man, used in Pachuco caló since the 1940s. Originally descriptive in the barrio context, it later took on negative connotations and is now considered offensive by many. It appears in classic Chicano literature but is no longer used as a neutral reference.

Examples

That term sounds heavy and outdated now, better use something else.

In 1950s Chicano literature it appears as part of the barrio slang of the era.

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Regional synonyms
Bandera de Honduras
Bandera de Guatemala
Bandera de El Salvador
Playo

In Cuba, a big lie, an exaggerated story, or something hard to believe that someone tries to pass off as the truth. "Meter un paquete" means deceiving someone with a bloated, made-up account.