War Fetish (Hipag) Top definition
noun · General
Hipag is savage cannibal war spirits invoked by warriors before they go into battle. Hipag is also the name of the fetishes through which these spirits are worshipped and which also inspire strength and endurance.
(Source: IGOROT Traditional Ways of Life and Healing Among Philippine Mountain Tribes)
Contribute to our online Igorot dictionary!
Being fluent in our mother tongue connects us deeper to our roots. Join us as we learn and share the vocabulary of the Igorot people to the world — in a fun and interactive way! What do you say?
Except as otherwise noted, the content of this page is licensed under the Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 License.