denguice

Portuguese

Etymology

From dengue (“tantrum”) +‎ -ice.

Pronunciation

 

Noun

denguice f (plural denguices)

  1. the practice of throwing tantrums
  2. the practice of displaying sadness or loneliness in order to receive affection

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