Tirachinas in english
Slingshot
pronunciation: slɪŋʃɑt part of speech: noun
pronunciation: slɪŋʃɑt part of speech: noun
In gestures
tirachinas1 = catapult ; slingshot.
Example: The energy comes from the diaphragm, which propels the breath like stones from a catapult so that the words are lobbed from speaker to listener.Example: I have never managed to hit/kill anything with a slingshot, not that I often have the opportunity nor reason to try.tirachinas2 = reverse bungee jump.
Example: One of the numerous ride attractions on offer at the fair this year is a new 140 foot long rollercoaster and a reverse bungee jump.