tukod
tukód with stress marks
a prop; additional support
Usage Note
Tukod refers to any object used to prop something up — a stick under a window, a brace for a sagging shelf, or a crutch. Figuratively it describes a support system or a person who acts as a pillar for others, and the word is common in everyday construction and home repair conversations.
Examples
" May tukod ang puno. "
Natural Translation
The tree has a prop.
Literal Translation
Has prop the tree.
" Kailangan ng tukod ang lumang puno. "
Natural Translation
The old tree needs a prop.
Literal Translation
Needs of prop the old tree.
" Naglagay ang aking ama ng matibay na tukod sa ilalim ng bintana upang hindi ito magsara nang kusa. "
Natural Translation
My father placed a sturdy prop under the window so that it would not close on its own.
Literal Translation
Placed the my father of sturdy prop under the window so-that not it close by-itself.
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