Iulos (en. Iulus)

/iulos/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A type of insect with a soft body and many legs.
The iulos is often found in grasses and forests.
Ang iulos ay madalas na makikita sa mga damuhan at kagubatan.
A name for certain species of terrestrial creatures.
The iulos is known as a land-dwelling animal.
Kilala ang iulos bilang isang nabubuhay sa lupa na hayop.

Etymology

From the Latin term 'iulus', which refers to a young or small form of something.

Common Phrases and Expressions

iulos behind the house
A location where iulos are commonly found.
iulos sa likod ng bahay

Related Words

insect
Category of animals that includes iulos.
insekto

Slang Meanings

Roof, often used in a cheerful context.
Let's go iulos with Kuya, it's so much fun up here!
Parang iulos tayo kay Kuya, eh! Ang saya-saya dito sa taas!
Row or series, commonly used for lined items.
Let's pull the iulos of books together, we're going to study!
Sama-sama tayong humila sa iulos ng mga libro, mag-aaral tayo!