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picada virgem

[pi-KA-da VIR-hem]
nounfemininepl: picadas virgens
virgin bite; first bite
1. A bite or sting from an insect (particularly a mosquito) on skin that has never been bitten before by that species, resulting in a more pronounced allergic reaction or swelling
The mosquito's virgin bite on her arm caused severe itching and swelling.
A picada virgem do mosquito em seu braço causou coceira e inchaço severos.
2. In a broader sense, a first encounter with something that causes irritation or harm
His virgin bite of criticism from the press was particularly harsh.
Sua picada virgem de crítica da imprensa foi particularmente severa.
Synonyms
primeira picadapicada inicial
Antonyms
picada repetida

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
picada virgem
Common term used in medical and entomological contexts
Portugal
primeira picada
Less commonly used; Portuguese speakers may prefer 'primeira picada'

Related Idioms & Phrases

ter uma picada virgem
sofrer uma picada virgem
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