Bumulak (en. To stretch)
bu-mu-lak
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
verb
The action of bending or transitioning from one state to a broader or straighter form.
The veins bulged in his arm after strenuous exercise.
Bumulak ang mga ugat sa kanyang braso matapos ang matinding ehersisyo.
The shaping of an object as a result of pressure or force.
The tire bulged after a major impact.
Bumulak ang gulong matapos ang malaking pagkabangga.
Expansion or manifestation of something that is filled or full of something.
The flowers bulged in the midst of spring.
Bumulak ang mga bulaklak sa gitna ng tagsibol.
Etymology
A verb meaning to stretch or expand.
Common Phrases and Expressions
to bulge the eyes
to be surprised or astonished
bumulak ng mga mata
Related Words
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A verb meaning to form or create bubbles.
bumula
bula
A noun referring to a bubble or creation from a liquid.
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Slang Meanings
Left or absconded quickly.
He/She bolted to another town, so I can't contact him/her now.
Bumulak siya sa ibang bayan kaya ngayon, di ko siya makontak.
Disappeared or vanished without saying anything.
He/She suddenly bolted without saying goodbye.
Bigla na lang siyang bumulak nang walang paalam.
Lost or no longer found.
He/She is missing, like he/she just bolted.
Nawawala na siya, parang bumulak lang.