angareb
|an-ga-reb|
C2
/ˈæŋɡərɛb/
traditional rope bed
Etymology
Etymology Information
'angareb' originates from Arabic, specifically the word 'angareb', where it referred to a type of bed or couch.
Historical Evolution
'angareb' was borrowed directly from Arabic into English to describe this specific type of bed used in Sudan and nearby regions.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'a type of bed or couch' in Arabic, and this meaning has remained the same in English usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
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