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coastal [noun]

Yusi

Maana (Definition)

Traditional black cosmetic paste applied by coastal women to accentuate eyebrows

Tafsiri ya Kiingereza (English):

eyebrow kohl charcoal cosmetic

Sheng / Standard Equivalent:

yusi

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

"Bibi harusi alipambwa kwa yusi na hinna"

Translation: The bride was adorned with eyebrow kohl and henna

Maneno Yanayohusiana (Related Terms):
Vumbi la uwanja
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