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coastal [verb]

Finga

Maana (Definition)

To apply traditional protective herbs or symbolic rituals around a farm or house against intruders.

Tafsiri ya Kiingereza (English):

protect property with traditional charms

Sheng / Standard Equivalent:

finga

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

"Mkulima alifinga shamba lake ili kuzuia wezi wa mazao."

Translation: The farmer protected his field with traditional herbs to deter crop thieves.

Maneno Yanayohusiana (Related Terms):
Tahadhari ni kingaDhibitizindika
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