barong-barong

dwelling

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The term "barong-barong" refers to a makeshift dwelling, hut, or shanty, primarily used in the Philippines. This term is distinct from "Barong," a masked figure in Balinese mythology representing good fortune, or the "barong tagalog," a traditional Filipino men's shirt. It also differs from the "barong," a type of knife or sword used by the Moros. The focus here is on the dwelling itself.1234

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Housing
…with common entrance; and the barong-barong, a makeshift shack built of salvaged materials (flattened tin cans, scrap lumber, cartons, or billboards) that is common in the poor areas.
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…with common entrance; and the barong-barong, a makeshift shack built of salvaged materials (flattened tin cans, scrap lumber, cartons, or billboards) that is common in the poor areas.
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