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coastal [verb]

Gilibu

Maana (Definition)

To outwit, trick, or manipulate someone subtly through cunning.

Tafsiri ya Kiingereza (English):

deceive cleverly / trick subtly

Sheng / Standard Equivalent:

zubaisha

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

"Alimghilibu mteja ili auze bidhaa mbovu."

Translation: He cleverly tricked the customer to sell defective goods.

Maneno Yanayohusiana (Related Terms):
Idhilalidanganya
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