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Added 10 October 2026

buka

noun

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The short introduction to a gamelan piece, generally played by a single instrument in a free rhythm, with the kendhang coming in on the last few notes to set the tempo.

noun

A kangaroo-skin cloak traditionally worn by the Noongar people of southwestern Australia.

noun

an inexpensive, quick, road-side restaurant serving Nigerian food.

Origin

From Javanese [Term?].

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