facho

Meaning

1. (masculine) torch made from a bunch of straw
2. (dated, masculine) beacon usually placed atop mountains and hills, and used to warn the locals of the proximity of an enemy

Pronounced as (IPA)

/ˈfat͡ʃo̝/

Etymology

Cognate with Portuguese: facho

In summary

From facha, from Vulgar Latin *fascula, from facula (“small torch”) crossed with fascis (“bundle”). Compare Portuguese facho.