Meaning of saranggat

saranggat

Cebuano

(from sanggat) n. 1. a sharp barb which is pointed in the opposite direction from a point at the tip of a dart, hook, or the like to prevent easy extraction; 2. group of four or more fishhooks tied together so that the hooks are facing in different directions, used for catching squid or any fish that come in masses; v. 1. attach a barb; 1a. fish, catch with a saranggat; 2. lodge, take hold like something with a barb. Misaranggat sa íyang tutunlan ang bukug sa isdà, The fish bone stuck in his throat; 3. scratch with a sharp, pointed instrument. Lansang nga tayaun ang nakasaranggat sa íyang lapalapa, It was a rusty nail that scratched the sole of his foot.