usog

English

Noun

usog (uncountable)

  1. A Filipino cultural syndrome where a visit from a stranger is believed to cause fever and convulsions in a child.

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Tagalog

Pronunciation 1
  • IPA(key): /uˈsoɡ/

Noun

usóg

  1. A culture-bound syndrome where a visit by a stranger afflicts a child with sudden illness and convulsions.
    Synonyms: ohiya, balis
  2. flatulence; stomach gas
    Synonym: kabag

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Pronunciation 2
  • IPA(key): /ˈu.soɡ/

Noun

úsog

  1. A fever or sickness caused by (prolonged) exposure to the ground.
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