Desempacotar
Example: Vou desempacotar as caixas assim que chegar em casa.
Definition
"Desempacotar" means to remove items from a package or box, often referring to the action of unpacking belongings after they have been transported or delivered. For example, it involves taking things out of boxes when arriving home or moving.
Etymology
The word "desempacotar" comes from the Portuguese prefix "des-" meaning 'undo' or 'reverse,' combined with "empacotar," which means 'to pack.' It literally means 'to undo packing.' Did you know? The root "pacote" means 'package,' so "desempacotar" humorously suggests breaking open the sealed bundle.
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