This is the 5309th most frequent Portuguese word.
rasteira
A "rasteira" is a deceptive trick aimed at outmaneuvering or causing someone to stumble, physically or figuratively.
In this context, 'rasteira' refers to a physical act of tripping someone or causing them to fall.
Ela me deu uma rasteira quando estava distraído.
She tripped me when I was distracted.
Here, 'rasteira' is metaphorically used to describe a cunning action to surpass someone.
Ele aplicou uma rasteira nos concorrentes ao oferecer preços menores.
He outsmarted the competitors by offering lower prices.
In this sentence, 'rasteiras' refers to a type of footwear characterized by flat soles.