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coastal [noun]

Papasi wa pwani

Maana (Definition)

A parasite tick infesting livestock in coastal regions, targeted by traditional herbal dips.

Tafsiri ya Kiingereza (English):

coastal livestock soft tick / livestock parasite

Sheng / Standard Equivalent:

papasi wa pwani

Asili na Utamaduni (Origin & Etymology): Coastal Swahili Veterinary Term
Mfano wa Sentensi (Example Sentence):

"Wafugaji walitumia dawa ya mitishamba kuua papasi wa pwani."

Translation: Herders used herbal dip to kill coastal livestock soft ticks.

Maneno Yanayohusiana (Related Terms):
Pekupekududu wa mifugo
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