A slang term primarily used in Argentina, Uruguay, and Spain. It refers to publicly shaming or denouncing someone, often a politician or public figure, usually in response to a wrongdoing or scandal. It can also refer to capturing someone in a photograph, especially in an unflattering or compromising situation.
Examples
- Spanish: Los manifestantes decidieron escrachar al político corrupto frente a toda la ciudad.
- English: The protesters decided to publicly shame the corrupt politician in front of the entire city.