ɔl-tɨ́dʉ̀
awl
noun
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Definition
Traditional needle with sharp metal point inserted into a stick; used for sewing calabashes, making holes, etc.
In a sentence
Ɛ́gɨ́ra ɔlpáyian aitainyé ɔltɨ́dʉ olkikúêî tɛ nkɛ́jʉ.
The man is removing the thorn from his leg using a needle. (Pk)
Where this comes from
- Source
- Payne & Ole-Kotikash, Maa Dictionary (U. Oregon, 2005)
- Dialect
- Kenyan Maa (Keekonyokie/Purko/Wuasinkishu)