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coastal [noun]

Vazi la Tarbushi

Maana (Definition)

Cylindrical red felt hat with a black tassel worn by coastal elders

Tafsiri ya Kiingereza (English):

traditional coastal fez hat

Sheng / Standard Equivalent:

tarbushi

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

"Mzee alivaa vazi la tarbushi siku ya Eidi"

Translation: The elder wore a traditional red fez hat on Eid day

Maneno Yanayohusiana (Related Terms):
Vulia kofia
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