Pulupot (en. Feathers)

/puˈlu.pot/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A part of a bird's body that provides protection and enables flight.
Feathers have long been used by people to make ornaments.
Ang mga pulupot ay malaon nang ginagamit ng mga tao sa paggawa ng mga pampit.
The materials that cover the body of a bird.
The bird has colorful feathers that attract people's attention.
Ang ibon ay may makukulay na pulupot na nakakaakit sa mga mga tao.

Etymology

Derived from the term 'pulop' which refers to a specific type of fur.

Common Phrases and Expressions

bird's feathers
Refers to the feathers or plumes found on a bird.
pulupot ng ibon

Related Words

bird
A type of animal that has feathers and typically has the ability to fly.
ibon

Slang Meanings

red lump (referring to accumulated 'grievances')
I have so much pulupot in my head because of my problems.
Ang dami ng pulupot sa utak ko sa mga problema ko.
very embarrassed (referring to feeling embarrassed in a situation)
I'm so pulupot around him.
Napa-pulupot ako sa sobrang hiya sa kanya.
grudge (referring to accumulated ill feelings towards a person or situation)
She has a lot of pulupot against her friend who always neglects her.
Marami siyang pulupot sa kanyang kaibigan na lagi siyang pinapabayaan.