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coastal [noun]

Wanja wa machoni

Maana (Definition)

Black powder used traditionally by coastal women to beautify the eyes

Tafsiri ya Kiingereza (English):

kohl eye cosmetic / antimony powder

Sheng / Standard Equivalent:

wanja

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

"Bibi harusi alipakatwa na kupakwa wanja wa machoni"

Translation: The bride was adorned and embellished with kohl eye cosmetic

Maneno Yanayohusiana (Related Terms):
Pambo
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