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coastal [noun]

Abood

Maana (Definition)

A concentrated aromatic incense resin burned during weddings and religious gatherings along the coast.

Tafsiri ya Kiingereza (English):

heavy fragrant frankincense / coastal ritual incense

Sheng / Standard Equivalent:

nukato ya udi

Asili na Utamaduni (Origin & Etymology): Coastal Arabic
Mfano wa Sentensi (Example Sentence):

"Chumba kilijaa harufu nzuri ya abood."

Translation: The room was filled with the rich fragrance of frankincense.

Maneno Yanayohusiana (Related Terms):
RudiGonga msumari
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