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coastal [noun]

Anka

Maana (Definition)

A ship's anchor used to secure vessels along the Swahili coast.

Tafsiri ya Kiingereza (English):

maritime anchor

Sheng / Standard Equivalent:

anka

Asili na Utamaduni (Origin & Etymology): Portuguese/Arabic loanword
Mfano wa Sentensi (Example Sentence):

"Nahodha alitupa anka bandarini."

Translation: The captain dropped anchor at the port.

Maneno Yanayohusiana (Related Terms):
Shusha nanga
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