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Bandera de Puerto Rico

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In Puerto Rico, a fainting spell, a panic attack, or an extreme fright. Can also be used as an insult for a cowardly person who freaks out at the slightest thing.

Example

"I nearly fainted when I saw the spider."

"She's going to have a meltdown when she hears the news!"

Regional synonyms:

Cobarde, miedoso, que no se atreve a enfrentar las situaciones. Un cagón siempre tiene excusa para no actuar.