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coastal [noun]

Ukonzo

Maana (Definition)

Sharpened wooden stake traditionally driven into reef or perimeter ditches

Tafsiri ya Kiingereza (English):

sharp wooden stake / coastal defensive spike

Sheng / Standard Equivalent:

ukonzo

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

"Waliweka ukonzo kulinda shamba la mpunga"

Translation: They set sharpened wooden stakes to protect the rice field

Maneno Yanayohusiana (Related Terms):
mti wa ncha
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