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Teanu dictionary (Solomon Islands): Example 203
Word senses:
~mini aña (dameliko)
perform a ritual of transmission for ‹children›, symbolizing their right to inherit land and wealth from the father's side; hence bequeath land to ‹o.'s children›
teulungo
headrest: highly valued wooden artifact used for resting o.'s head while sleeping
Teulungo ie ai’ adapa li-ovei pe li-la nga ai’ adapa i-mini aña dapa.
The headrest of their father, they can inherit it only if their father has performed the transmission ritual towards them.
Example Comment
upon the father's death
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Teanu dictionary (Solomon Islands)
by
Alexandre François
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