coastal [noun]

Ruki ya mnazi

Maana (Definition)

The tough spathe casing that encloses unexpanded coconut flower clusters prior to blooming.

Tafsiri ya Kiingereza (English):

coconut spadix sheath / palm flower envelope

Sheng / Standard Equivalent:

ruki

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

Mfano wa Sentensi (Example Sentence):

"Mkusanya tekaa alikata ruki ya mnazi ili kupata maji matamu."

Translation: The sap collector cut the coconut spadix sheath to draw sweet nectar.

Maneno Yanayohusiana (Related Terms):

Amnazi Mganda mmea