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coastal [noun]

Iradi ya wazee

Maana (Definition)

The solemn collective agreement, blessing, or verdict pronounced by community elders.

Tafsiri ya Kiingereza (English):

council decree / elders' authoritative will

Sheng / Standard Equivalent:

dhamira ya wazee

Asili na Utamaduni (Origin & Etymology): Arabic iradah / Coastal
Mfano wa Sentensi (Example Sentence):

"Harusi haingeweza kufanyika bila iradi ya wazee."

Translation: The wedding could not take place without the council decree of the elders.

Maneno Yanayohusiana (Related Terms):
kauli ya wazee
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