Makonde
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Relating to the people, language and arts of southeast Tanzania and northern Mozambique
- adjective
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makonde
- The museum displayed several Makonde sculptures carved from ebony wood.
Examples
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Many Makonde masks are used in ceremonial dances in East Africa.
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She is researching Makonde traditions for her anthropology thesis.
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The Makonde people are known for their intricate wood carvings.
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She loves the vibrant colors of Makonde art.
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The museum displayed several Makonde sculptures carved from ebony wood.
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She is researching Makonde traditions for her anthropology thesis.
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Many Makonde masks are used in ceremonial dances in East Africa.
Surface Forms
Makonde positive
Etymology
Makonde comes from the name of an East African people and is used to talk about their language, culture, or arts. So, when something is described as Makonde, it means it belongs to or comes from the Makonde people.