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coastal [noun]

Sime ya usiku

Maana (Definition)

A traditional short double-edged coastal blade carried discreetly for nighttime security.

Tafsiri ya Kiingereza (English):

coastal protection dagger

Sheng / Standard Equivalent:

sime ya Pwani

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

"Mlinzi alibeba sime ya usiku wakati wa kushika doria."

Translation: The guard carried a coastal protection dagger while on night patrol.

Maneno Yanayohusiana (Related Terms):
PangakisuChini ya ulinzi
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