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manilonda (der. of tilon) nom. refers to the rite of wringing the neck of a chicken to kill it during a ritual. Cultural note: This is one of the rites that is a part of the ritual for the wedding dance. Both the groom and the bride dance while holding dead chickens. The chickens are killed by wringing the necks. The practical reason for wringing the necks is so that blood will not drip on the clothing while the couple is dancing.