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bolo

The correct spelling is bolo.

How to pronounce bolo

noun

IPA: /ˈbəʊ.ləʊ/

Say it like: Bol-o

The correct spelling is bolo. A long, heavy, single-edged machete.

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Meanings

noun

  1. 1.A long, heavy, single-edged machete.
  2. 2.A type of punch; an uppercut.
  3. 3.A soldier not capable of the minimum standards of marksmanship.
  4. 4.A string or leather necktie secured with an ornamental slide.
  5. 5.A request for law enforcement officers to be on the lookout for a suspect.

verb

  1. 1.To attack or despatch with a bolo knife.
  2. 2.To fail to meet the minimum standards of marksmanship.
  3. 3.To dress (somebody) in a bolo.

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