ɛ-mányátá

Definition

Ceremonial home, intended to keep men of the same age set together, who serve as a military force. This camp may contain 20 to 40 houses, as well as a large ceremonial home.

Where this comes from

Source

Payne & Ole-Kotikash, Maa Dictionary (U. Oregon, 2005)

Dialect

Kenyan Maa (Keekonyokie/Purko/Wuasinkishu)