"mahewu" meaning in All languages combined

See mahewu on Wiktionary

Noun [English]

Etymology: From Zulu. Etymology templates: {{uder|en|zu|-}} Zulu Head templates: {{en-noun|-}} mahewu (uncountable)
  1. A sour beverage from Africa, made from cornmeal. Tags: uncountable Categories (topical): Beverages

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