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coastal [noun]

Vikono vya Bahari

Maana (Definition)

Narrow oceanic estuaries and mangrove-lined sea inlets branching inland.

Tafsiri ya Kiingereza (English):

coastal ocean inlets / mangrove creeks

Sheng / Standard Equivalent:

vikono bahari

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

"Jahazi ndogo iliingia katika vikono vya bahari kujihedhi."

Translation: The small dhow entered the coastal ocean inlets for shelter.

Maneno Yanayohusiana (Related Terms):
mto wa bahari
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