El motxiller
Example: El motxiller va explorar els camins menys coneguts de la muntanya.
Definition
"El motxiller" refers to a backpacker, someone who travels, often on foot and with a backpack, exploring less known paths or destinations, typically on a budget and seeking adventure or cultural experiences.
Etymology
The term "el motxiller" comes from the Catalan word "motxilla," meaning backpack. It originally referred to the person carrying the backpack. Did you know? The word "motxilla" likely derives from the Latin "muticella," a diminutive of "mutica," meaning a short staff, metaphorically extended to mean a small pack or bag.
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"El motxiller" appears in the Vocaplus list "Catalan - Tourism - (A1-C2) - set 1", containing 135 commonly used words.
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