From root: lilok
Usage Note
Manlililok refers to a person who carves wood, stone, or other materials professionally.
Examples
" Sikat na manlililok ang lolo ko. "
Natural Translation
My grandfather is a famous sculptor.
Literal Translation
Famous sculptor the grandfather mine.
" Ang manlililok ay gumamit ng kahoy. "
Natural Translation
The sculptor used wood.
Literal Translation
The sculptor used wood.
" Tinatrato ng dakilang manlililok ang bawat bato na parang may natatagong anyo na hinihintay lamang na palabasin. "
Natural Translation
The great sculptor treats every stone as if it holds a hidden form just waiting to be brought out.
Literal Translation
Treats by-the great sculptor the each stone as-if has hidden form that waits only to be-brought-out.
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