war golok

English

noun
Definitions
  • A traditional Philippine sword, derived from the Southeast Asian/Australasian agricultural instrument, the golok. It is a straight double-edged bladed rectangular-topped slashing weapon without a thrusting point.

Etymology

Compound from English war + English golok.

Origin

English

golok

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