Bolo
4 lettersnounrareUpdated June 2026
Definition
A large single-edged knife used in the Philippines; also a type of string tie.
“The farmer cleared the undergrowth with his bolo.”
Pronunciation
Syllables
bo·lo
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Synonyms
macheteknife
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Worth 6 points. B adds value.
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