What is another word for parang?

Pronunciation: [pˈaɹəŋ] (IPA)

The word "parang" has many synonyms that relate to it depending on the context of its use. This word can refer to a type of machete or a tool used for cutting thick vegetation. Synonyms for parang include "bolo," "panabas," "kampilan," and "barong." "Bolo" is a type of machete that is widely used in the Philippines, while "panabas" is a similar type of tool used in Indonesia. "Kampilan" refers to a long, single-edged sword used by the Moro people, while "barong" is a short, wide-bladed weapon used in the country's indigenous cultures. Understanding the context of the word "parang" is important to select the appropriate synonym.

Synonyms for Parang:

What are the hypernyms for Parang?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.

What are the hyponyms for Parang?

Hyponyms are more specific words categorized under a broader term, known as a hypernym.
  • hyponyms for parang (as nouns)

Usage examples for Parang

The men turned the head of the sampan towards the tangled mass of bushes and overhanging trees, and then, as they drew near, one of them rose in the prow, and drew the long heavy parang he wore, a sword-like knife much used by the poorer Malays for cutting back the thorns and canes that a few days' rapid growth led across their path; but the next moment he had lowered the weapon, and rested the point upon the edge of the boat.
"One Maid's Mischief"
George Manville Fenn
A linen waist-cloth was Jok's only garment, while around his waist was slung the deadly "parang ilang," its sheath ornamented with tufts of human hair, trophies of the wearer's prowess on the war-path, for Jok's bravery is renowned throughout the Rejang district.
"On the Equator"
Harry de Windt
Their chief weapon is the parang or heavy knife, somewhat like the kris.
"The Former Philippines thru Foreign Eyes"
Tomás de Comyn Fedor Jagor Rudolf Ludwig Carl Virchow Charles Wilkes

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