Lanse (en. Lance)

/ˈlan.se/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A type of primary weapon used in warfare or hunting.
He used a lance to hunt a deer in the forest.
Gumamit siya ng lanse upang manghuli ng usa sa gubat.
An instrument or tool used in games or competitions related to stabbing or thrusting.
In horse competitions, riders use a lance to score points.
Sa paligsahan sa mga kabayo, ang mga rider ay gumagamit ng lanse upang makakuha ng puntos.
A type of coin or fund used as part of the betting stakes.
The gamblers placed their lances on the losing race.
Ang mga mananaya ay naglagay ng kanilang mga lanse sa talo ng lahi.

Etymology

This is derived from the Spanish word 'lance', meaning 'spear' or 'sudden attack'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

lance of war
A swift attack or assault on an enemy.
lanse ng digmaan
to lance suddenly
To make a sudden or severe action.
magtaga ng lanse

Related Words

spear
A sharp object used for attacks or hunting.
sibat
to sever
The process of cutting or destroying something.
mapunit

Slang Meanings

Having resentment or anger towards someone.
Because of what he did, I have a grudge against him.
Dahil sa ginawa niya, may lanse ako sa kanya.
The feeling of regret or hurt.
I still have a grudge over having a bad relationship.
May lanse pa rin ako sa pagkakaroon ko ng hindi magandang relasyon.