coastal [noun]

Mgono

Maana (Definition)

A cylindrical trap woven from split bamboo or reeds placed in tidal channels to catch migrating estuary fish.

Tafsiri ya Kiingereza (English):

reed fish trap / tidal channel trap

Sheng / Standard Equivalent:

mgono

Asili na Utamaduni (Origin & Etymology): Coastal Swahili Fishery

Mfano wa Sentensi (Example Sentence):

"Mvuvi alitega mgono kwenye mdomo wa mto usiku."

Translation: The fisherman set a reed trap at the river mouth overnight.

Maneno Yanayohusiana (Related Terms):

mtego wa samaki nyavu