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swahili [noun]

Mzinga

Maana (Definition)

A hollow container serving as a nest for bees, or historical artillery cannon.

Tafsiri ya Kiingereza (English):

beehive / cannon / heavy barrel

Sheng / Standard Equivalent:

mzinga

Asili na Utamaduni (Origin & Etymology): Bantu Root (-zinga)
Mfano wa Sentensi (Example Sentence):

"Mfugaji alianika mzinga wa nyuki juu ya mti mrefu."

Translation: The beekeeper mounted a beehive atop a tall tree.

Maneno Yanayohusiana (Related Terms):
nyumba ya nyukikizinga
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