See also: Barua

Malay

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Etymology

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Borrowed from Hindi भड़वा (bhaṛvā).

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Noun

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barua (Jawi spelling باروا, plural barua-barua, informal 1st possessive baruaku, 2nd possessive baruamu, 3rd possessive baruanya)

  1. A pimp; someone who seeks prostitutes for customers.
    Synonyms: alku, jaruman, pinang muda
  2. A person hired to perform vice or crimes.
  3. (vulgar, derogatory) A bastard.

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Swahili

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Etymology

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Borrowed from Omani Arabic بروة (barwa).

Pronunciation

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  • Audio (Kenya):(file)

Noun

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barua (n class, plural barua)

  1. letter (written message)

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