coastal [noun]

Ebora

Maana (Definition)

A thick dark resin extracted from coastal tree bark to seal wooden boat seams against sea water.

Tafsiri ya Kiingereza (English):

mangrove resin boat sealant

Sheng / Standard Equivalent:

ebora

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

Mfano wa Sentensi (Example Sentence):

"Mafundi walipakaza ebora kwenye mbao za dhow ili kuzuia kuvuja."

Translation: Artisans applied mangrove resin on the dhow timbers to prevent leaks.

Maneno Yanayohusiana (Related Terms):

Lami Kikombao ndicho kilichomo Chombo cha tanga