A type of traditional weapon or tool, possibly a blade or polearm, used in certain Southeast Asian or Pacific island cultures.
Of uncertain origin, possibly from Filipino, Indonesian, or broader Austronesian language roots. The term reflects regional weapon-making traditions and craftsmanship.
Traditional weapons like the dulanganes tell stories about their environments—materials, climate, and warfare tactics all shaped what kinds of weapons each culture developed.
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