"lamba" meaning in English

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Noun

Forms: lambas [plural], lamba [plural]
Etymology: From Malagasy (Highlands dialect). Etymology templates: {{der|en|mg|-}} Malagasy Head templates: {{en-noun|s|lamba}} lamba (plural lambas or lamba)
  1. The traditional garment worn by men and women in Madagascar, consisting of a rectangular length of cloth wrapped around the body. Wikipedia link: lamba Categories (topical): Clothing Synonyms: lamber [obsolete]

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