Teperlus maka hendak menutup lubang
from indonesia
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proverb
Abstract Concept
From indonesia
Definition
Proverbial expression describing the failure to act in time to prevent harm, only seeking to remedy the situation after the damage has already occurred.
Etymology
Traditional proverb using the metaphor of a hole to symbolize an accident or mistake that occurs.
Semantic Category
Intangible concepts that cannot be physically touched (e.g., ide, rencana).
Abstract Concept