coastal [noun]

Oliki

Maana (Definition)

A carved polished coconut shell vessel used historically by Bajuni islanders for drinking water.

Tafsiri ya Kiingereza (English):

traditional Bajuni coconut-shell water cup

Sheng / Standard Equivalent:

oliki

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

Mfano wa Sentensi (Example Sentence):

"Mzee alinywa maji kwa oliki wakati wa mapumziko."

Translation: The elder drank water from a coconut-shell cup during rest.

Maneno Yanayohusiana (Related Terms):

kifuu kikombe