Pagpintog (en. Bulging)

/pɑɡ.pɪn.tɔɡ/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
The act or process of bulging.
The bulging of his stomach is due to overeating.
Ang pagpintog ng kanyang tiyan ay dulot ng labis na pagkain.
A condition of having a bulge or swelling.
The bulging in his leg causes severe pain.
Ang pagpintog sa kanyang binti ay nagdudulot ng labis na sakit.

Etymology

Derived from the word 'pintog' which means to puff or to bulge.

Common Phrases and Expressions

bulging of stomach
The protrusion or rise of the stomach that may be caused by food or other reasons.
pagpintog ng tiyan

Related Words

bulge
A verb meaning to puff or to rise.
pintog

Slang Meanings

belly explosion
The swelling of my belly is because I ate too much.
Ang pagpintog ng tiyan ko ay dahil sa sobrang kain.
sudden growth
The sudden growth of kids in school can be seen during summer.
Ang pagpintog ng mga bata sa paaralan ay makikita sa tag-init.
cooking or boiling
The swelling of rice is a sign that it's cooked.
Ang pagpintog ng kanin ay tanda na luto na.