"Shekki" meaning in All languages combined

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Proper name [English]

Etymology: From Cantonese 石岐 (sek6 kei4). Etymology templates: {{bor|en|yue|-}} Cantonese, {{zh-l|石岐|tr=sek6 kei4}} 石岐 (sek6 kei4) Head templates: {{en-proper noun}} Shekki
  1. Dated form of Shiqi.: the Cantonese-derived name. Tags: alt-of, dated Alternative form of: Shiqi (extra: the Cantonese-derived name)
    Sense id: en-Shekki-en-name-lvynt9xS Categories (other): English entries with incorrect language header

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          "text": "With the exception of Shiukwan on the Canton-Hankow railroad, Kwangtung’s regional centers are situated along the coast, notably in the Canton delta. There, in addition to Canton, are the cities of Fatshan, Kongmoon and Shekki.",
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