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swahili [noun]

Daba

Maana (Definition)

A small metal can or container used for holding oils, spices, or liquids.

Tafsiri ya Kiingereza (English):

small tin oil container

Sheng / Standard Equivalent:

daba

Asili na Utamaduni (Origin & Etymology): Arabic loanword
Mfano wa Sentensi (Example Sentence):

"Alinunua daba la mafuta ya mnazi sokoni."

Translation: She bought a small tin container of coconut oil at the market.

Maneno Yanayohusiana (Related Terms):
Mkopo wa damuChombo cha tangagilasi
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