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    Lukungan (en. Shelter)

    /luˈkuŋan/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishTagalog
    noun
    A capacity or condition aimed at providing protection or being surrounded.
    The shelter of the trees provides shade for the hunters.
    Ang lukungan ng mga punong kahoy ay nagbibigay ng lilim sa mga mangangaso.
    A place or area that serves as a refuge.
    The shelter of birds is usually in the middle of the forest.
    Ang lukungan ng mga ibon ay karaniwang nasa gitna ng kagubatan.
    A structure designed to provide protection from natural elements.
    The shelter of the fishermen is surely safe from strong waves.
    Ang lukungan ng mga mangingisda ay tiyak na ligtas mula sa malakas na alon.

    Etymology

    Derived from the root word 'lukot' meaning 'curved' or 'protruding'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    look for shelter
    look for a safe place or protection.
    maghanap ng lukungan

    Related Words

    refuge
    A place that provides protection, commonly used in the context of animals or people needing support.
    kanlungan
    hideout
    A place that serves as a hideout from bad weather or other threats.
    silungan

    Slang Meanings

    Getting together or gathering with friends.
    Come on, let's have a lukungan later at Alex's house!
    Tara, lukungan tayo mamaya sa bahay ni Alex!
    A party or celebration.
    It was so fun at the lukungan during Mark's birthday!
    Sobrang saya sa lukungan nung birthday ni Mark!
    A show or performance involving two or more people.
    The lukungan of the local bands at the festival was amazing!
    Ang ganda ng lukungan ng mga bandang local sa festival!