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coastal [noun]

Barawa

Maana (Definition)

A nimble coastal shorebird that feeds along tidal water margins.

Tafsiri ya Kiingereza (English):

coastal sandpiper bird

Sheng / Standard Equivalent:

ndege wa pantai

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

"Barawa aliruka juu ya mawimbi ya ufukwe."

Translation: The sandpiper flew over the ocean shore waves.

Maneno Yanayohusiana (Related Terms):
Ndegeshorebird
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