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coastal [noun]

Vingo

Maana (Definition)

Masonry lining surrounding traditional coastal water wells

Tafsiri ya Kiingereza (English):

stone well casing / coastal well lining

Sheng / Standard Equivalent:

vingo

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

"Vingo vya kisima viliimarishwa kwa mawe ya matmat"

Translation: The stone well casing was reinforced with coral blocks

Maneno Yanayohusiana (Related Terms):
Mchimba kisima huingia mwenyewe
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