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coastal [noun]

Balsamu

Maana (Definition)

An aromatic resinous liquid extracted from coastal trees used for medicinal healing.

Tafsiri ya Kiingereza (English):

balsam resin / aromatic healing ointment

Sheng / Standard Equivalent:

balsamu

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

"Alipaka balsamu kwenye kidonda ili kipone haraka."

Translation: She applied balsam ointment on the wound so it heals quickly.

Maneno Yanayohusiana (Related Terms):
Dawamarhamu
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