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coastal [noun]

Chetezo cha marashi

Maana (Definition)

An ornate silver or brass flask used at coastal weddings to sprinkle rosewater on guests.

Tafsiri ya Kiingereza (English):

rosewater scent sprinkler / brass scent atomizer

Sheng / Standard Equivalent:

chetezo cha marashi

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

"Aroshea wageni marashi kwa chetezo cha marashi mlangoni."

Translation: Sprinkle guests with rosewater using the scent flask at the doorway.

Maneno Yanayohusiana (Related Terms):
mnyunyizioChetezo cha marashi
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