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coastal [noun]

Ambaris

Maana (Definition)

A rare, highly valued aromatic substance found on ocean shores used in high-end coastal perfumes.

Tafsiri ya Kiingereza (English):

ambergris / rare aromatic whale secretion

Sheng / Standard Equivalent:

ambaris

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

"Wavuvi walipata ambaris ufukweni na kuiuza kwa bei kubwa."

Translation: Fishermen found ambergris on the beach and sold it at a high price.

Maneno Yanayohusiana (Related Terms):
Chetezo cha marashimarashi ya pwani
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