coastal [noun]

Mkelezo

Maana (Definition)

A sloped shoreline structure or ramp where dhows and wooden boats are pulled up for repairs.

Tafsiri ya Kiingereza (English):

dhow slipway / boat repair ramp on shore

Sheng / Standard Equivalent:

mkelezo

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

Mfano wa Sentensi (Example Sentence):

"Jahazi lilivutwa mkelezoni ili kupakwa chokaa."

Translation: The dhow was pulled onto the slipway for lime coating.

Maneno Yanayohusiana (Related Terms):

Bandari uwanja wa vyombo