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    Palis (en. Stake)

    ˈpɑː.lis

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishTagalog
    noun
    A solid object used as support or barrier.
    They used the stake to solidify the structure of the hut.
    Ginamit nila ang palis upang gawing solid ang istruktura ng kubo.
    A piece of wood that stands upright.
    The stakes were spread all over the yard.
    Ang mga palis ay ipinakalat sa buong bakuran.
    A sturdy piece of material set for various purposes.
    They carefully erected the stakes around the field.
    Maingat nilang itinayo ang mga palis sa paligid ng field.

    Etymology

    Root word from the Spanish 'palos'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    wooden stake
    A piece of wood used as a stake or support.
    palis na kahoy

    Related Words

    stake
    A term used for any item that can be used as a stake or support.
    pahid

    Slang Meanings

    A hit or slap using the hand or an object
    He got slapped on the face with a very tiny stick.
    Sinampal siya ng napaka-kaliit na palis sa muka.
    A quick attack or action done in anger
    Why did he suddenly strike me without me knowing?
    Bakit nagsimula siyang magpalis sa akin nang hindi ko alam?
    A quick ending or finishing of something
    We finished the work in a jiffy.
    Nagtapos na kami ng trabaho sa isang palis.