swahili [noun]

Pingu

Maana (Definition)

Metal rings linked together used for securing prisoners' hands or legs.

Tafsiri ya Kiingereza (English):

handcuffs / iron shackles / fetters

Sheng / Standard Equivalent:

pingu

Asili na Utamaduni (Origin & Etymology): Bantu Root

Mfano wa Sentensi (Example Sentence):

"Polisi walimweka pingu mikononi baada ya kukamatwa."

Translation: Police placed handcuffs on his hands after arrest.

Maneno Yanayohusiana (Related Terms):

Pingu vifungo