barong

Leaf-shaped Philippine sword

A barong is a large, leaf-shaped knife or sword from the Philippines, traditionally used by the Moro people.

The blade is single-edged and curves to a wide, rounded tip, designed for close combat and cutting.

Barong also refers to a formal Filipino shirt, the barong tagalog—a lightweight, embroidered garment worn untucked over an undershirt, typically for special occasions: He wore a barong to the wedding.

blade

kris

Wavy-bladed Indonesian dagger

  • macheteHeavy broad-bladed knife
  • kukriCurved Nepalese combat blade
  • daggerShort pointed stabbing blade

sword · weapon · curved · ornate · hilt · scabbard · forged · steel · combat · traditional weapon

garment

piña

Tropical spiny fruit

collar · cuff · translucent · fabric · silk · linen · handwoven · wedding · inauguration · formal

Opposites
blade size and type

barongdagger

Short pointed stabbing blade

kris · stiletto · dirk · pocketknife · switchblade

formality of dress

barongt-shirt

Casual pullover garment

tank top · undershirt · casual wear · streetwear · wifebeater

cultural dress tradition

barongtuxedo

Men's formal evening attire

business suit

Family

Tagalog

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Profile
Used worldwide · Timeless · Concrete · Rated G