mamasanta
Spanish
noun
Definitions
- A licentious, hypocritical woman who assumes an air of decency and modesty in public which she lacks in private.
- A woman who covers sexual excesses with the appearance of good behavior.
Etymology
Compound from Spanish, Castilian mama + Spanish, Castilian santa (holy).
Origin
Spanish
santa
Gloss
holy
Concept
Semantic Field
Religion and belief
Ontological Category
Property