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* Kawir
Emu
Part of speech:
(N)
Sources:
Stone [coweer]
Notes:
Hercus 1992: 'WembaWemba Dictionary' entry note - ''kawir' was recorded from the Werkaya speakers, but the recent Wembawemba speakers only used the synonym 'tyurung-wil' 'the tall one', which was originally a nickname.'
Usage:
Pronunciation Guide:
Categories:
Animals, Birds

Example Phrases

English:
I will chase those close emus. You watch.
Language:
Parenginyanda kinmer kawir kawir. Nyakilarr.

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