Encoxada -

Outside the context of harassment, the term also appears in informal Brazilian slang. In these cases, the meaning shifts depending on the environment:

The word comes from the Catalan encorjar (to press) or the Spanish encoger (to shrink). In everyday slang, encoxada refers to the act of a person—almost always a man—pressing his genitals against a woman’s body without consent in a crowded public space, such as a bus, subway, or train. encoxada

In the daily life of Brazil's major metropolises, the "encoxada" is often cited in discussions regarding safety and mobility for women . In overcrowded buses and trains, predators often use the lack of physical space as a "shield" or excuse to press against others, leading to a pervasive sense of insecurity and psychological distress for victims. Key aspects of this social issue include: Outside the context of harassment, the term also

If you are a victim: