Associations to the word «Carioca»

Dictionary definition

CARIOCA, noun. A native or inhabitant of Rio de Janeiro.
CARIOCA, noun. Music composed for dancing the carioca.
CARIOCA, noun. A lively ballroom dance that resembles the samba.

Wise words

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