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coastal [noun]

Siniya

Maana (Definition)

A massive polished brass tray used in coastal homes for serving communal pilau feasts.

Tafsiri ya Kiingereza (English):

large brass serving tray / communal feast platter

Sheng / Standard Equivalent:

siniya

Asili na Utamaduni (Origin & Etymology): Arabic ṣīniyyah
Mfano wa Sentensi (Example Sentence):

"Wapishi walipakua biriani kwenye siniya kubwa ya shaba."

Translation: The cooks dished out biryani onto a large brass serving platter.

Maneno Yanayohusiana (Related Terms):
Sahani ya shabaChombo cha tangaBakuli la uchungu
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