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/Sounds like "NOH" (as in "note") + "nah" (as in "nacho")/

Meaning

Grandma, borrowed from the Italian 'nonna,' reflecting the deep Italian heritage of Argentina and Uruguay. The nona is the one who stuffs you with food, bundles you up even when it's warm, and loves you unconditionally.

Examples

Nona makes the best pasta in the entire world.

Let's go visit nona this Sunday, she'll be thrilled.

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Regional synonyms

To flirt or hit on someone in Paraguay and parts of Argentina. When you're chameando, you're pulling out your best lines and smiles to win someone over.