swahili [verb]

Pekua

Maana (Definition)

To turn items over in order to search thoroughly for hidden information or items.

Tafsiri ya Kiingereza (English):

search thoroughly / rummage meticulously

Sheng / Standard Equivalent:

pekua

Asili na Utamaduni (Origin & Etymology): Bantu Root (-pekua)

Mfano wa Sentensi (Example Sentence):

"Polisi dalipekua gari lote lakini hawakupata kitu."

Translation: Police searched the entire car thoroughly but found nothing.

Maneno Yanayohusiana (Related Terms):

sakanya Chakurisha