Sama, Central - lappit

lappit

‘weather’ heavy storm.

This storm, with lightning and thunder, is believed to be the result of people laughing at animals such as monkeys, cats or ducks, etc.

kalappitan

‘body functions’ to have a nervous tic.

This tic is thought to be brought on by being affected by a storm which was caused by from laughing at certain animals.

towwah lappit

to be struck by an affliction.

This affliction, often stuttering or partial facial paralysis Bell's palsy, is believed to be caused from laughing at animals. Literally, "hit by lappit ".