bolo

• Sustantivo con dos significados diferentes: un cordón que se lleva al cuello con un broche decorativo a modo de corbata, o un cuchillo largo, pesado y de un solo filo, de origen filipino.

A noun with two distinct meanings: a cord worn around the neck with an ornamental clasp as a necktie, or a long, heavy single-edged knife of Philippine origin.

1. Neckwear accessoryB1formalamerican

   A type of necktie consisting of a cord or braid worn around the neck, fastened with an ornamental clasp or slide.

   Corbata bolo

   • He wore a silver bolo tie to the formal event.
   • The bolo is a popular accessory in Southwestern fashion.
   • She bought a handmade bolo with a turquoise clasp.

   Sinónimosbola tiebolo tie

2. Bladed toolB2formal

   A long, heavy single-edged knife or machete, originally from the Philippines, used for cutting vegetation or as a weapon.

   Machete filipino

   • The farmer used a bolo to clear the thick underbrush.
   • In the Philippines, the bolo is a common agricultural tool.
   • He carried a bolo for protection while hiking in the jungle.

   Sinónimosbolo knifecutlassmachete