boga
- A type of homemade firecracker or noisemaker traditionally used in the Philippines, especially during New Year celebrations. It is typically made from bamboo and ignited to produce a loud bang. nounDuring the New Year celebration, the children were excited to light the boga and hear its loud bang.The use of boga is popular in rural areas where traditional firecrackers are less accessible.
- A colloquial term used in some regions to refer to a small boat or canoe, often used for fishing or transportation on rivers and lakes. nounThe fishermen set out early in the morning in their boga to catch the day's haul.Navigating the narrow river was easier with a boga than with a larger boat.