Umbok (en. Bulge)

um-bok

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A form of body that protrudes or bulges from another part.
The bulge of his stomach seems to be growing.
Ang umbok ng kanyang tiyan ay tila lumalaki.
A bulge or protrusion seen on a surface.
There is a bulge in the soil in that area due to flooding.
May umbok ang lupa sa lugar na iyon dahil sa pagbaha.
Part of the body that protrudes or bulges.
The bulge in his arm is caused by excessive exercising.
Ang umbok sa kanyang braso ay dulot ng labis na pag-eehersisyo.

Etymology

Indigenous term

Common Phrases and Expressions

bulge of the stomach
The protruding part of the stomach.
umbok ng tiyan
bulge of land
The protrusion of land in a particular area.
umbok ng lupa

Related Words

advancement
The process of rising or elevating something.
pagsusulong
emergence
The sudden appearance or bulging of something.
sulpot

Slang Meanings

Super angry or annoyed
Did you see the look on Mark's face? He's so umbok in anger!
Nakita mo ba yung itsura ni Mark? Ang umbok niya sa galit!
Starting a fight or confrontation
Don't umbok outside, something might happen!
Huwag kang mag-umbok sa labas, baka may mangyari!