"Pangalap" is a word in HILIGAYNON
pangálap - To go in search of an amulet;
to wear a talisman, amulet, charm in the
superstitious belief that it will protect the
wearer in danger, preserve him from
disease, keep him out of harm, etc. (cf.
antíngánting, pinangálap).
I can not bear to see such woes of the heart in the eyes of my beloved.
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Little Tommy's kindergarten class was on a field trip to their local police station. There they saw pictures tacked to a big bulletin board. The label clearly read, "The 10 Most Wanted."One of the youngsters pointed to a picture and asked if it really was the photo of a wanted person."Yes," said the policeman, "the detectives want him very badly."So Little Tommy asked, while tugging on the man's belt, "Um, mister, why didn't you keep them when you took their pictures?"
pinangálap - Talisman, amulet, charm, mascot, anything worn with the superstitious belief that the bearer will enjoy protection from harm …
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