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swahili [noun]

Gegedu

Maana (Definition)

Firm, flexible connective tissue found in joints, ears, nose, and respiratory tubes.

Tafsiri ya Kiingereza (English):

tough flexible cartilage / gristle

Sheng / Standard Equivalent:

gegedu / cartilage

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

"Jeraha hilo liliathiri gegedu la meko ya pua."

Translation: The injury affected the cartilage of the nasal septum.

Maneno Yanayohusiana (Related Terms):
tishumfupa laini
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