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coastal [noun]

Vazi la kahania

Maana (Definition)

A pristine white robe reserved for Swahili nobility and ceremonial leaders

Tafsiri ya Kiingereza (English):

ceremonial white silk Swahili gown

Sheng / Standard Equivalent:

vazi kahania

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

"Mzee alivaa vazi la kahania siku ya iddi"

Translation: The elder wore a ceremonial white silk gown on Eid day

Maneno Yanayohusiana (Related Terms):
Kanzu
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