Bahasa Melayu

kelek

Bahasa Melayu

English

carry under the armpit, hold at the side

To kelek means to carry something under the armpit or close to the side.

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Examples

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  1. Abang kelek buku itu sambil berjalan ke sekolah.

    My older brother carried the book under his armpit while walking to school.

  2. Ibu kelek bekas itu kerana tangannya penuh.

    Mother held the container at her side because her hands were full.

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kelek

This is the natural verb for holding something under the arm.

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Historical MyKamus entry, originally published 30 September 2010.