Pagusli (en. Protrusion)

pa-goos-lee

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A process or state of protruding or emerging from something.
The protrusion of the vein seems to cause pain in his leg.
Ang pagusli ng ugat ay tila nagdudulot ng sakit sa kanyang binti.
A part or element that sticks out or stands from another object.
The protrusion of his tooth caused uncomfortable speech.
Ang pagusli ng kanyang ngipin ay naging sanhi ng hindi komportableng pagsasalita.

Etymology

The word 'pagusli' originates from the root word 'usli' which means to protrude or emerge.

Common Phrases and Expressions

protrusion of veins
protrusion of veins
pagusli ng ugat

Related Words

emerge
The act of coming out or rising from a place.
lumitaw
exit
An action of leaving from an enclosed space.
paglabas

Slang Meanings

to become gossipy
Oh no, it looks like you became gossipy again with Marites in what you were talking about.
Naku, parang nagpagusli ka na naman kay Marites sa mga pinag-uusapan niyo.
to be diligent or hardworking
You should be diligent on your exam day so you can answer well.
Dapat magpagusli ka sa araw ng exam mo para makasagot ka nang maayos.
to practice or to rehearse
You really need to practice dancing if you want to win the competition.
Kailangan mo talagang magpagusli sa pagsasayaw kung gusto mong manalo sa kompetisyon.