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ọ̀tanjele

noun

LanguageIgbo (Nigeria)

Meaning
  1. powdery substance made from galena, used for make-up
  2. galena powder
  3. A fine, dark powder used as a cosmetic, typically around the eyes.
Examples

Ọ na-ete ọ̀tanjele n'anya ya iji mee ka ha mara mma.

She applies galena powder to her eyes to make them beautiful.

Part of speechnoun

Usage noteHistorically referred to a specific mineral powder used for traditional makeup.

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Source: Wikidata lexemes (CC0-1.0), adapted.