Bulastog (en. Bulbous)

boo-lah-stog

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
adjective
Refers to something that has a round or plump shape.
The bulbous fruit is sweeter than the flat fruit.
Ang bulastog na prutas ay mas matamis kaysa sa patag na prutas.
Related to objects that have a large belly or body.
The bulbous body of the fish indicates that it is healthy.
Ang bulastog na katawan ng isda ay nagpapakita na ito ay malusog.

Etymology

Derived from the word 'bulat' which means round or plump.

Common Phrases and Expressions

bulbous eyes
eyes that are large and beautiful.
bulastog na mga mata

Related Words

bulat
The word 'bulat' describes a round or large shape.
bulat
taba
Refers to excessive flesh in the body.
taba

Slang Meanings

Full of strength or guts displayed, usually in physical activities.
Our squad is so strong in basketball, they really folded the opposing team!
Sobrang bulastog ng tropa natin sa basketball, talagang tiniklop nila yung kalaban!
The act of getting back up or recovering from illness or a bad mood.
I thought he wouldn't get up again, but he's really back on his feet now!
Akala ko hindi na siya babangon, pero bulastog na bulastog na siya ngayon!
A slang for 'basta' or 'anyway' often used in conversations.
Anyway, I'm leaving later!
Bulastog, makakaalis na ako mamaya!