coastal [noun]

Mtondoo

Maana (Definition)

A coastal evergreen tree bearing lantern-shaped fruits used in traditional dhow timber crafting.

Tafsiri ya Kiingereza (English):

sea poison tree / Barringtonia asiatica

Sheng / Standard Equivalent:

mtondoo

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

Mfano wa Sentensi (Example Sentence):

"Mbao za mtondoo zilitumika kuunda msingi wa jahazi."

Translation: Timber from the sea poison tree was used to build the dhow's keel.

Maneno Yanayohusiana (Related Terms):

mti wa pwani Kikombao ndicho kilichomo