donkey

• Mamífero équido doméstico (Equus africanus asinus), pariente del caballo, generalmente de menor tamaño y con orejas largas, usado como animal de trabajo; también se aplica a una persona torpe o testaruda.

A domesticated hoofed mammal (Equus africanus asinus) related to the horse, typically smaller with long ears, used as a working animal.

1. Domestic animalA1formal

   A domesticated hoofed mammal related to the horse, used as a pack animal.

   Burro doméstico

   • The farmer used a donkey to carry heavy loads.
   • Donkeys are known for their braying sound.
   • Children enjoyed riding the donkey at the fair.

   Sinónimosassburrojackassmoke

2. Stubborn personB1informal

   A person who is perceived as stubborn or foolish.

   Persona obstinada o necia

   • Stop being such a donkey and listen to reason!
   • He's a real donkey when it comes to changing his mind.
   • Don't be a donkey; just follow the instructions.

   Sinónimosassblockheaddoltduncefooljackassmule