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swahili [noun]

Tohara

Maana (Definition)

The traditional or medical surgical rite of passage marking entry into adulthood.

Tafsiri ya Kiingereza (English):

ritual circumcision / initiation purity

Sheng / Standard Equivalent:

tohara

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

"Vijana walipitia tohara wakati wa likizo ya Disemba."

Translation: Youths underwent ritual circumcision during the December holidays.

Maneno Yanayohusiana (Related Terms):
jandoChombo cha usafiriUnyago
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