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Balili

The English word “Balili” has 7 meanings listed here.

proper noun

  1. A barangay of La Trinidad, Benguet, Philippines.
  2. A barangay of Mankayan, Benguet, Philippines.
  3. A barangay of Bontoc, Mountain Province, Philippines.
  4. A barangay of Valencia, Negros Oriental, Philippines.
  5. A barangay of Jagna, Bohol, Philippines.
  6. Former name of Andres Micubo Jr.: a barangay of Siocon, Zamboanga del Norte, Philippines.
  7. A barangay of Kapatagan, Lanao del Norte, Philippines.

Etymology

Derived from Ibaloi badili, the name of the thick forest situated in the area. The Kankanaeys found it difficult to pronounce it and was pronounced as "Balili" instead.

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