Bukol (en. Lump)
bu-kol
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
noun
A protruding form in the body, often caused by the accumulation of liquid, fat, or abnormal cell growth.
He has a lump on his arm that needs to be checked by a doctor.
May bukol siya sa kanyang braso na kailangang suriin ng doktor.
Another term for small mounds or collections of items that protrude from a flat surface.
There are lumps on the table due to uneven materials.
May mga bukol sa ibabaw ng mesa dahil sa mga hindi pantay na materyales.
Etymology
Ang salitang 'bukol' ay nagmula sa ugat o nanggaling sa konsepto ng pagkakaroon ng buo na anyo.
Common Phrases and Expressions
lump in the breast
A type of lump that may refer to the abnormal formation of tissues in women's breasts.
bukol sa suso
to have a lump
The presence of any lump in the body that should be discussed with a medical professional.
magkaroon ng bukol
Related Words
lumps
A term used to describe a condition with multiple lumps or formations in one or more parts of the body.
bukol-bukol
Slang Meanings
To grow (specifically a lump or bump on the body)
It feels like I have a lump on my arm, it hurts.
Parang may bukol ako sa braso, masakit siya.
A playful term for a stubborn lump or bump
I had an accident, my knee became a stubborn bump.
Naaksidente ako, naging pintag yung tuhod ko.
To become bumpy or lumpy, often used playfully
My face has become bumpy from pimples.
Naging mabukol na ang mukha ko mula sa mga pimple.