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/Sounds like "tee" (as in "tea") + "RAHR" (as in "rapper") + "LAH" (as in "lava") + "OHN" (as in "oh") + "dah" (as in "dart")/

Meaning

To flirt with someone, to show romantic interest through hints, looks, or comments. In Mexico it's the most visual way to describe subtle, smooth flirting.

Examples

He's been tirando la onda at the new girl in class.

I threw the onda at her but she ignored me, I think she has a boyfriend.

In Colombia, a person who drinks alcohol too often or is known for always having a drink in hand. The copeton always has a reason to have one more and heads straight for the bar at any event.