coastal [noun]

Bikari

Maana (Definition)

A marine compass and drafting tool used by Swahili dhow captains to navigate ocean waters.

Tafsiri ya Kiingereza (English):

mariner's compass / drafting dividers for navigation

Sheng / Standard Equivalent:

bikari

Asili na Utamaduni (Origin & Etymology): Arabic 'bikhar'

Mfano wa Sentensi (Example Sentence):

"Nahodha alitazama bikari yake kuamua mwelekeo wa chombo."

Translation: The captain consulted his mariner's compass to determine direction.

Maneno Yanayohusiana (Related Terms):

Dira kipimo