Terumbang-ambing
from indonesia
Verified
Standard
verb
Action
From indonesia
Definition
Terumbang-ambing describes uncontrolled up-and-down movement, like an object floating aimlessly at sea; figuratively, it conveys an uncertain or unstable fate.
Etymology
Reduplicated form of 'terumbang' and 'ambing', reflecting repetitive, uncontrolled motion.
Semantic Category
Words that are primary base forms for verbs/actions (e.g., makan, lari).
Action