coastal
[noun]
Kaniki
Maana (Definition)
A coarse, dark blue or black cotton cloth historically worn by coastal villagers.
Tafsiri ya Kiingereza (English):
dark indigo cotton cloth
Sheng / Standard Equivalent:
kaniki
Asili na Utamaduni (Origin & Etymology): Swahili History / Coastal
Mfano wa Sentensi (Example Sentence):
"Mwanamke mzee alijifunga kaniki kiunoni."
Translation: The elderly woman wrapped an indigo cotton cloth around her waist.
Maneno Yanayohusiana (Related Terms):