This is the 12915th most frequent Portuguese word.
órfão
"Órfão" means "orphan" in English, referring to a child whose parents have died.
Here, 'órfão' is used to indicate that João lost his mother and has grown up without her.
O João é órfão de mãe desde criança.
João has been a mother orphan since childhood.
In this context, the word 'órfão' refers to a cat that has lost its owners, showing extension of its meaning beyond humans.
Ela adotou um gato órfão que perdeu seus donos.
She adopted an orphan cat who lost its owners.
Here, 'órfão' is used metaphorically to indicate a lack or absence of support or guidance.