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coastal [noun]

Vazi la Kanaso

Maana (Definition)

Fine woven wool or silk shoulder wrap worn by coastal gentlemen during formal festivities.

Tafsiri ya Kiingereza (English):

coastal ceremonial shawl

Sheng / Standard Equivalent:

vazi kanaso

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

"Bwana harusi alivaa vazi la kanaso la rangi ya dhahabu."

Translation: The groom wore a golden coastal ceremonial shawl.

Maneno Yanayohusiana (Related Terms):
kilemba cha bega
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