kinara
See also: kiṉaṟa
English
Pronunciation
- (UK) IPA(key): /kɪˈnɑː.ɹə/
- (US) IPA(key): /kɪˈnɑ.ɹə/
Etymology
From Swahili kinara (“candlestick”).
Noun
kinara (plural kinaras)
- A candle holder used in Kwanzaa celebrations.
Anagrams
- Karina, kirana
Swahili
Etymology 1
From ki- + mnara.
Noun
kinara (ki-vi class, plural vinara)
- candlestick
Etymology 2
From Hindi किनारा (kinārā, “edge”).
Noun
kinara (ki-vi class, plural vinara)
- embroidery along the edge of a garment