This is the 6586th most frequent Portuguese word.
eça
"Éça" is a Portuguese colloquial term meaning "something dirty or disgusting."
In this sentence, 'eça' means 'trunk' or a storage chest, referring to an outdated or antique piece of furniture.
Encontrei a velha eça no sótão cheia de fotografias antigas.
I found the old trunk in the attic full of old photographs.
Here, 'eça' implies some sort of heavy object or counterweight, illustrating its usage extending to physical items.
Ele segurou a eça contra o vento para não perder equilíbrio.
He held the weight against the wind to maintain balance.
In this case, 'eça' metaphorically suggests 'essence' or the fundamental aspect or quality of a situation.