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swahili [noun]

Mdimu

Maana (Definition)

A thorny citrus tree that produces acidic green limes used in Swahili cuisine and medicine.

Tafsiri ya Kiingereza (English):

lime tree / Citrus aurantifolia

Sheng / Standard Equivalent:

mdimu

Asili na Utamaduni (Origin & Etymology): Bantu Botany
Mfano wa Sentensi (Example Sentence):

"Mama alichuma ndimu kutoka kwenye mdimu wa uani."

Translation: Mother picked limes from the lime tree in the backyard.

Maneno Yanayohusiana (Related Terms):
MtiNdimu haikati kiummea
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