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coastal [noun]

Dhulia

Maana (Definition)

A high-quality woven carpet or decorative floor mat used in coastal reception halls.

Tafsiri ya Kiingereza (English):

embroidered coastal silk carpet / woven floor mat

Sheng / Standard Equivalent:

dhulia

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

"Mgeni wa heshima aliketishwa kwenye dhulia iliyopambwa."

Translation: The honored guest was seated on an embroidered coastal carpet.

Maneno Yanayohusiana (Related Terms):
gilimmkeka wa fahari
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