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coastal [noun]

Bawani

Maana (Definition)

A carved stone or wooden pedestal upon which incense braziers are set.

Tafsiri ya Kiingereza (English):

coastal incense burner stone pedestal

Sheng / Standard Equivalent:

kito cha chetezo

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

"Chetezo kiliwekwa juu ya bawani ya mbao mlangoni."

Translation: The incense burner was placed on top of the wooden pedestal at the door.

Maneno Yanayohusiana (Related Terms):
Jambo la kusikitishaNguzo
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