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/Sounds like "poo" (as in "pool") + "TAH" (as in "tar") + "soh" (as in "solo")/

Meaning

A hard hit, a full-force blow. Used for both physical punches and falls or crashes. Can also refer to a whole fight.

Examples

He took a nasty hit on his motorcycle and ended up in the hospital.

They punched him for running his mouth.

Word family

In Argentina and Uruguay, to intimidate someone until they back down, or to shrink back yourself under pressure or fear. "Achicarse" means caving when you should hold firm, showing weakness when the situation demands you stand your ground.