abilao
n. C2 Proficiency abi·lao
n. a type of small, flat, and round stone found in the mountains of the Philippines. It is often used as a tool or for decoration.
n. a small, flat, and round stone found in the Philippines, specifically in the Cordillera region. Often used as a tool or for decorative purposes in local culture.
The local artisans use abilao to make beautiful jewelry.
In many traditional villages, abilao is still the preferred material for crafting small knives and other tools.
The geological composition of abilao makes it exceptionally durable, allowing it to be shaped into intricate patterns that are highly valued in regional ceremonial objects.