coastal [noun]

Rafi

Maana (Definition)

A narrow submerged coral ridge along the Lamu archipelago that acts as a natural breakwater against oceanic swells.

Tafsiri ya Kiingereza (English):

coral barrier reef line / coastal shallow shelf

Sheng / Standard Equivalent:

rafi

Asili na Utamaduni (Origin & Etymology): Kiamu Maritime Swahili

Mfano wa Sentensi (Example Sentence):

"Mashua ilipitia upande wa ndani wa rafi ili kuepuka mawimbi makali."

Translation: The dhow navigated inside the coral barrier reef line to avoid heavy waves.

Maneno Yanayohusiana (Related Terms):

Gonga mwamba Pwani ya marijani Bahari