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The second-largest island in the Autonomous Region of Bougainville, in eastern Papua New Guinea.
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noun
The short introduction to a gamelan piece, generally played by a single instrument in a free rhythm, with the kendhang coming in on the last few notes to set the tempo.
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Topics: entertainment, lifestyle, music
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noun
A kangaroo-skin cloak traditionally worn by the Noongar people of southwestern Australia.
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noun
an inexpensive, quick, road-side restaurant serving Nigerian food.
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Usage: Nigeria
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History
From Javanese [Term?].
Borrowed from Yoruba búkà or Hausa búkkàa.
