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coastal [noun]

Chambo cha samaki

Maana (Definition)

Bait such as squid or worm placed on hooks to catch sea fish.

Tafsiri ya Kiingereza (English):

fishing bait / lure decoy

Sheng / Standard Equivalent:

chambo

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

"Mvuvi aliweka chambo cha samaki kwenye mdoana."

Translation: The fisherman attached fishing bait onto the hook.

Maneno Yanayohusiana (Related Terms):
Chambo cha samakikishawishi
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