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coastal [noun]

Pila

Maana (Definition)

A forged iron anchor used by Swahili seafarers to moor dhows in tidal anchorages.

Tafsiri ya Kiingereza (English):

traditional heavy iron dhow anchor

Sheng / Standard Equivalent:

nanga ya chuma

Asili na Utamaduni (Origin & Etymology): Maritime Swahili
Mfano wa Sentensi (Example Sentence):

"Wavuvu walitupa pila baharini ili kutuliza jahazi."

Translation: Fishermen dropped the heavy iron anchor into the sea to stabilize the dhow.

Maneno Yanayohusiana (Related Terms):
Shusha nangaChumaJahazi
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