"Tingatinga" meaning in All languages combined

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Noun [English]

Etymology: Named after Edward Tingatinga, who began painting in this style around 1968 in Tanzania. Head templates: {{en-noun|-}} Tingatinga (uncountable)
  1. A painting style of East Africa, featuring brilliant colours and using low-cost materials such as masonite and bicycle paint. Tags: uncountable
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