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coastal [noun]

Uvumba

Maana (Definition)

Fragrant resin burned in coastal homes to sweeten the air and repel pests

Tafsiri ya Kiingereza (English):

aromatic coastal incense resin

Sheng / Standard Equivalent:

uvumba

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

"Mama alitorosha uvumba chumbani"

Translation: Mother burned fragrant incense resin in the room

Maneno Yanayohusiana (Related Terms):
Ubani
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