brisa

Portuguese

/ˈbɾi.zɐ/

noun
Definitions
  • (meteorology) A gentle to moderate wind; breeze.
  • (Brazil) the state of musing and meditating or dreaming while awake; reverie, dreaminess, muse
  • (Brazil) psychological effects of drugs (specially marijuana); high; trip

Etymology

Derived from French brise.

Origin

French

brise

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