Ibitay (en. Hang)

ee-bi-tay

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
verb
An action related to carrying out an execution.
The soldiers were ordered to hang the captured rebels.
Ang mga sundalo ay inutusan na ibitay ang mga nahuling rebelde.
A punishment that imposes capital punishment.
Under old laws, thieves were allowed to be executed.
Sa mga lumang batas, pinapayagan ang ibitay ang mga magnanakaw.

Etymology

Originates from the word 'bitay' meaning 'to execute by hanging or in a severely punishing manner.'

Common Phrases and Expressions

to hang on the battlefield
A phrase referring to a dire situation or danger that could lead to death.
ibitay sa balag ng digmaan

Related Words

execution
A punishment involving torture that leads to death.
bitay

Slang Meanings

mistress or side chick of a boyfriend
She's my boyfriend's ibitay, that's why I don't want to meet her.
Siya yung ibitay ng boyfriend ko, kaya ayaw kong makipagkita sa kanya.
secret affair or relationship unknown to others
They have an ibitay relationship, so they need to be careful.
May ibitay silang relasyon, kaya kailangan silang maging maingat.