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    Lungkag (en. Cavity)

    /luŋˈkaɡ/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishTagalog
    noun
    A space or hole created inside something.
    There is a cavity in the wall causing water to leak.
    May lungkag sa dingding na nagiging sanhi ng tubig na tumagas.
    A name for a type of wound or damage that leaves a space.
    The cavity in his skin is caused by an infection.
    Ang lungkag sa kanyang balat ay sanhi ng impeksyon.

    Etymology

    Derived from the root word 'lung' meaning gap or hole.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    hollow out the soil
    To dig or make a hole in the ground.
    lungkagin ang lupa

    Related Words

    to hollow out
    The verb meaning to create a cavity.
    lungkagin

    Slang Meanings

    damaged or not whole
    Because of the storm, their home is broken.
    Dahil sa bagyo, lungkag na ang kanilang tahanan.
    has a hole
    Your key is broken, it seems it won't fit in the door.
    Susi mo, lungkag 'yan, parang hindi kasya sa door.