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coastal [noun]

Izar

Maana (Definition)

Traditional sarong-like cotton cloth wrapped around the waist by coastal men.

Tafsiri ya Kiingereza (English):

traditional lower body wrap garment

Sheng / Standard Equivalent:

izar

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

"Mzee alivaa izar safi na shati jeupe."

Translation: The elder wore a clean waist wrap and white shirt.

Maneno Yanayohusiana (Related Terms):
kikoiShuka chini
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