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coastal [noun]

Ubani

Maana (Definition)

Aromatic resin burned during coastal ceremonies and prayers

Tafsiri ya Kiingereza (English):

frankincense / aromatic gum

Sheng / Standard Equivalent:

ubani

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

"Ubani ulifukizwa nyumbani kote"

Translation: Frankincense was burned all across the home

Maneno Yanayohusiana (Related Terms):
ufukizo
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