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sheng [verb]

Gaza moto

Maana (Definition)

Street slang for defusing an argument or dousing live flames.

Tafsiri ya Kiingereza (English):

extinguish a fire / cool down tension

Sheng / Standard Equivalent:

gaza moto

Asili na Utamaduni (Origin & Etymology): Nairobi Youth Slang
Mfano wa Sentensi (Example Sentence):

"Wazee walifika Gaza moto kabla ya fujo kulipuka."

Translation: Elders arrived to cool down tension before violence erupted.

Maneno Yanayohusiana (Related Terms):
ZimaTuliza mtimasuluhisha
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