Pambulsa (en. Retriever)

pum-bul-sa

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A type of tool or item used to extract another object from a pocket.
He used a retriever to get his wallet from his pocket.
Gumamit siya ng pambulsa para kuhanin ang kanyang wallet mula sa kanyang bulsa.
An aid for retrieving small items that are hard to reach.
The retriever helps elderly people who can no longer kneel.
Ang pambulsa ay nakatutulong sa mga matatanda na hindi na kayang lumuhod.

Etymology

from the word 'bulsa' meaning 'pocket' and 'pam' that indicates a tool or usage.

Common Phrases and Expressions

use a retriever
the act of using a tool or device to reach items in a pocket.
gumamit ng pambulsa

Related Words

pocket
A part of clothing commonly used to store items.
bulsa

Slang Meanings

Attraction or admiration for a person
Wow, she is such a crush for all our classmates!
Grabe, sobrang pambulsa siya sa lahat ng classmates natin!
A person or thing that gives 'feels' or a good feeling
The new movie I watched is really heartwarming!
Yung bagong movie na pinanood ko, talagang pambulsa!
The excitement or thrill felt for someone
When I'm with him, I feel so giddy!
Kapag kasama ko siya, sobrang pambulsa ko!